Young poets from BRICS nations and beyond gathered in Beijing this week for a first-of-its-kind forum at the International Youth Poetry Festival! 🌟 Representatives from China, Brazil, Russia, India, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the UAE, Iran, and Ethiopia explored how poetry can bridge cultures, spark innovation, and keep traditions alive. One poet called verse "the ultimate collab between past and future." 🎤
Participants vibed over poetry's power to "brighten lives" and connect communities worldwide. 🕊️ Many highlighted BRICS' rich literary history and stressed the need to blend heritage with fresh ideas—think ancient epics meets TikTok haikus. 📜💡
🔥 The takeaway? More cultural swaps! Poets urged leaders to organize exchanges that turn words into shared understanding. As one speaker put it: "Every stanza is a handshake across borders." 🤝✨
