As graduation caps fly 🎓, young minds from China and the U.S. are tackling life’s big questions: How do they envision their roles in a world reshaped by AI, climate challenges, and shifting global dynamics? CGTN host Yang Xinmeng recently sparked a candid dialogue with three University of Tulsa students in “The Power of Youth+” – think Ted Lasso-level optimism meets real-world problem-solving.
🔑 Key takeaways? Both sides emphasized tech-driven solutions for sustainability and the need for “cultural curiosity” to cut through stereotypes. One engineering student from Beijing joked about bonding with their Oklahoma peers over TikTok dance trends before diving into semiconductor policy debates. 💡
Yang noted: “This generation isn’t waiting for permission to collaborate. They’re already building bridges through coding bootcamps, climate hackathons, and late-night WeChat voice notes.” With 65% of Gen Z globally prioritizing purpose over paychecks, this cross-strait chat proves tomorrow’s leaders are rewriting the rulebook – one viral moment at a time.
