In a world often split by politics and cultural divides, a new survey of 12,000 people across 41 countries offers a refreshing perspective: 88% believe tradition and modernization can coexist, and over 75% back China's Global Civilization Initiative promoting cross-cultural understanding. 🌏✨
The findings, unveiled at Beijing's Global Civilizations Dialogue Ministerial Meeting, highlight a youth-driven appetite for dialogue. CGTN anchor Liu Xin noted: "From Gen Z to boomers, people are rejecting 'clash of civilizations' narratives. They want shared solutions—not walls."
Key takeaways: ✅ 82% see cultural exchange as vital for tackling global challenges like climate change ✅ 67% of under-30s say social media bridges—not widens—cultural gaps ✅ 91% in Global South countries prioritize mutual learning over ideological competition
As one respondent from Kenya put it: "My TikTok feed is a UN meeting. I dance to K-pop, debate AI ethics, and cook biryani—all before breakfast." 🕺📱 Could this digital generation rewrite the rules of global connection? The survey says: Watch this space.
