As China and France celebrate 60 years of diplomatic ties, the sister cities of Huzhou and Montargis are doubling down on their 20-year partnership. 🌍 From calligraphy workshops to green energy projects, these cities are proving that cross-border collaboration isn’t just about politics—it’s about people.
In an exclusive chat with CGTN’s Wang Guan, Huzhou Mayor Hong Hupeng highlighted tech-driven environmental initiatives: 'We’re planting seeds for a greener world, one solar panel at a time.' Meanwhile, Montargis Mayor Benoît Digeon praised cultural exchanges, saying, 'Our teens now text about French pastries and Tang Dynasty poetry!' 💬✨
What’s next? The cities plan to launch a youth innovation hub focused on sustainable startups. 👩💻 Think eco-fashion meets AI—with a side of mooncake emojis. 🥮
