A delegation of 40 students and teachers from seven Chinese mainland universities wrapped up a groundbreaking nine-day visit to Taiwan this week, sparking fresh dialogue about cross-strait youth collaboration. 🎓🌉 The trip, organized by the Taiwan-based Ma Ying-jeou Culture and Education Foundation, included tours of universities, tech hubs, and cultural landmarks like a K-drama fan exploring Seoul’s hotspots. 🏛️💡
Led by Tsinghua University’s CPC Committee Secretary Qiu Yong, the group engaged in lively exchanges with Taiwan residents, from sharing bubble tea preferences 🧋 to debating AI ethics. 'We felt the warmth of our shared heritage everywhere,' Qiu remarked at a farewell dinner, channeling the vibe of long-lost cousins reuniting at a family reunion. 👫❤️
The visit highlighted calls for stronger educational ties, with Qiu urging 'more Gen-Z collabs' to strengthen cultural bonds. Hsiao Hsu-tsen of the hosting foundation doubled down, pledging to keep 'building bridges through TikTok-worthy exchanges' (metaphorically, at least). ✌️📲
As the delegation departed, one question lingered: Could this be the start of a cross-strait academic bromance? 🤝📚 Only time—and more student exchanges—will tell.
