As Peru gears up to host this year’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders’ Meeting (November 10–16), global attention is turning to the cultural threads connecting China and Latin America. 🎥 In a special episode of THE HYPE, experts and students explore how ancient civilizations are sparking modern-day collaboration.
Chilean student Beatriz Contrera, studying at Peking University, shares: 'From calligraphy to Andean textiles, our histories teach us creativity. Imagine fusion festivals blending dragon dances with Latin rhythms!' 🎶 Documentary director Aníbal Feres adds, 'China’s rapid innovation inspires Latin filmmakers—but mutual respect is key.'
Patrick Lin, a former Confucius Institute teacher in Brazil, highlights food diplomacy: 'When I taught locals to make dumplings, we discovered Peru has its own version—empanadas! 🥟 Food becomes a universal language.'
Why does this matter? With APEC fostering economic ties, cultural understanding could unlock sustainable partnerships. As Feres says: 'We’re not just trading goods—we’re exchanging ideas.' Let’s see what this year’s dialogue cooks up! 🌶️📚
