Ever imagined how the legendary Monkey King 🐒 from Journey to the West connects to China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)? 🤔 As the BRI marks its 10th anniversary, CGTN’s Liu Xin tackles this unexpected cultural crossover in a world where myth meets modern diplomacy.
Western media often frames the BRI through a geopolitical rivalry lens 🕶️, but could this iconic folklore hero—known for overcoming obstacles and uniting allies—symbolize the initiative’s mission to bridge global economies? 🌉 Liu Xin’s analysis highlights how the BRI, much like Sun Wukong’s epic journey, focuses on collaboration over confrontation, aiming to 'guard the back' of shared development.
🔍 Dive into the parallels: From ancient trade routes to today’s infrastructure networks, the BRI’s vision mirrors the Monkey King’s quest for unity. But can storytelling shift perceptions in a divided media landscape? Tune in to find out how culture collides with politics—and why it matters for Gen Z’s globalized future. ✨
