How can ancient traditions thrive in the age of AI? The Forum on Building up China's Cultural Strength 2025 in Shenzhen tackled this question head-on, blending philosophy, tech, and pop culture vibes. 🏛️💡
Cultural Confidence Meets Digital Revolution
Zhang Zhiqiang from the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences called China's unbroken civilization a "miracle" and the foundation of modern cultural pride. Meanwhile, Wuhan University's Shen Zhuanghai highlighted initiatives like AI Plus that fuse tech with heritage—think digital libraries preserving ancient texts and smart algorithms boosting global reach. 📱🌍
When Artifacts "Speak": AI’s Cultural Superpowers
Engineering expert Gao Wen shared how AI is resurrecting history: image recognition saves endangered relics, while interactive museum tours let artifacts "narrate" their own stories. 🗣️🏺 "AI breaks language barriers," he said, citing translation tools that help Chinese films, music, and lit connect with global Gen-Z audiences. 🎬📚
Beyond Tech: Human Creativity Still Rules
Speakers agreed: While AI can amplify culture, human ingenuity remains key. Shen stressed the need to boost digital literacy nationwide, ensuring tech serves creativity—not replaces it. 🤝✨
The forum, hosted by the CPC Central Committee's Publicity Department, aims to fuel China's journey toward becoming a global cultural leader. With 10 sub-forums covering everything from AI ethics to heritage preservation, it’s a blueprint for innovation—one algorithm at a time. 🚀
