The second Belt and Road International Skills Competition kicked off in Chongqing this week, drawing over 300 young competitors from 58+ countries and regions. From high-stakes pastry baking to precision electrical engineering, the event is a vibrant mix of creativity and technical expertise 🤖🎨.
Skills That Bridge Borders
Participants aged 22 on average – with 40% under 20 – are tackling 11 challenges, including floristry, freight logistics, and hairdressing. Eighteen-year-old Yu Junjie wowed judges in the electrical techniques category: \"I can solder 350+ joints in three hours – that’s top-tier speed in China!\" 🔌💡
More Than Just Medals
Wang Xiaojun from China’s Ministry of Human Resources emphasized: \"This competition fuels cross-cultural learning and elevates vocational training standards globally.\" The event highlights how Gen Z is reshaping industries through innovation and collaboration 🌐✨.
