As China and Indonesia prepare to celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations in 2025, young Indonesians are stepping into the spotlight to advocate for stronger cross-cultural collaboration. 🌏✨ Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s official visit to Indonesia this week has ignited fresh enthusiasm among students and professionals alike.
A Campus Celebration of Friendship
At Tsinghua University’s International Cultural Festival, the Indonesian Embassy Open Day became a vibrant hub of connection. Parulian George Andreas Silalahi, deputy director of the embassy, highlighted decades of partnership in trade, infrastructure, and cultural exchange—earning cheers from a global student audience. 🎓🇮🇩
Students Lead the Charge
Celia Annetta, an Indonesian student at Tsinghua, shared her pride in recent milestones: China is Indonesia’s top trading partner, with joint projects like high-speed railways and green energy initiatives reshaping both economies. 🚄🔋 'From palm oil to electric vehicles, our countries are writing a new playbook for cooperation,' she said.
Annetta also noted a surge in Indonesian students choosing China for higher education. 'We’re not just learning—we’re building bridges,' she added, echoing hopes for a future where tech innovation and cultural understanding take center stage. 🌉💡
