Rome just became the stage for a groundbreaking cultural exchange! 🇮🇹🇨🇳 The Sino-Italian Dialogue on Urban Civilization 2025 kicked off Sunday, blending ancient wisdom with modern innovation as experts from both nations brainstormed how to build cities that honor the past while embracing the future.
Under the theme "Cultural Continuity and the Construction of Urban Civilization," the forum saw government leaders, scholars, and urban planners swap ideas faster than espresso shots at a Roman café. ☕️ Highlights included discussions on preserving historic sites while designing smart cities—think Colosseum selfie spots with 5G connectivity. 📶
"This isn’t just about architecture—it’s a meeting of souls across millennia," said Hu Kaihong, a key Chinese cultural official, channeling major Eat Pray Love vibes for urban development. 🧘♂️
The big reveal? The new Italy-China Joint Center for City Civilization, launched with speeches by China Academy of Art VP Han Xu and Italy’s former Ambassador to China Alberto Bradanini. 🎉 The center aims to become a think tank for sustainable, culturally rich cities—because who wants a metropolis without personality?
