As the second China-Central Asia Summit approaches in June 2025, Milla, a Kazakh student at Beijing’s Tsinghua University, is hitting all the right notes about cultural exchange. 🎶 "Music transcends language barriers," she says, pointing to viral K-pop covers of Chinese songs and TikTok dance trends as proof. "Social media isn’t just for memes—it’s rewriting how we connect." 🌐
Milla, who blends Kazakh folk melodies with modern beats in her free time, believes Gen Z’s love for collaboration could reshape regional ties. "When we share playlists, we’re also sharing stories," she laughs, referencing how C-dramas like Nirvana in Fire sparked her interest in guzheng music. 🎭
Why This Matters
With over 60% of Central Asian students in China under 30, Milla’s generation is turning cultural curiosity into real-world impact. The 2025 summit aims to boost youth-led initiatives in tech and creative industries—because let’s face it, nobody understands digital diplomacy like TikTok natives. 📱✨
