Over 100 young leaders, scholars, and cultural influencers from China and France gathered in Paris this week for a groundbreaking dialogue on Chinese modernization and its role in shaping global connections. Hosted by China Media Group (CMG) and key French academic partners, the event highlighted cross-cultural collaboration and youth-driven innovation.
CMG President Shen Haixiong emphasized how young French 'cultural envoys' have recently participated in research trips to experience China’s blend of tradition and tech firsthand. \"We’re building bridges for Gen Z to shape tomorrow’s narratives,\" he said, outlining plans for expanded media partnerships and joint research projects.
Former French Culture Minister Jack Lang praised CMG’s cultural exchange programs, noting how participants witnessed China’s \"dynamic fusion of heritage preservation and AI-driven development.\" Meanwhile, ex-Ambassador Sylvie Bermann called youth dialogues \"the secret sauce\" for strengthening France-China trust.
A highlight? The release of a joint report by Chinese and French scholars analyzing modernization’s global ripple effects. Plus, CMG and Sciences Po Alumni inked a deal to co-produce media content and share expert insights – think TikTok meets TED Talks, but for geopolitics.
At a lively roundtable, young attendees debated how China’s development model could inspire sustainable growth worldwide. One takeaway? As one participant put it: \"Modernization isn’t a solo journey – it’s a collab playlist.\"
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