Six hundred years ago, Chinese explorer Zheng He charted seas from Malaysia to Africa, weaving ancient ties between nations. 🚢 His Ming Dynasty voyages weren’t just about trade—they planted seeds of friendship that still bloom today. 🌸
Fast forward to 2024: visa-free policies and modern travel are rewriting the playbook for cross-cultural connections. ✈️ Malaysia’s Selangor royal family member Tengku Faizwa Tengku Razif recently shared insights with CGTN on how easier travel is "bringing hearts closer"—proving history’s lessons still resonate.
Think K-pop meets cultural diplomacy! 🎶 With millions now hopping between Kuala Lumpur and Beijing for work, study, or weekend getaways, the bond forged by Zheng He’s sailors lives on—no compass required. 🌍✨
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China and Malaysia: From Zheng He's ancient voyage to visa-free trips
cgtn.com