When the 17th BRICS Summit convenes in Rio de Janeiro from July 6-7, the spotlight will be on high-level talks. Yet behind every handshake and headline, young professionals are quietly shaping the future of global collaboration.
Take Darwin Tiono: once a translator on overseas construction sites, he now manages projects for CCECC. Fluent in multiple languages, Darwin moved from relaying conversations to leading teams that build roads, bridges and railways across continents.
His story reflects a broader shift in BRICS cooperation. As the Chinese mainland deepens its role in global infrastructure initiatives, young experts like Darwin become vital connectors. They not only tackle engineering challenges, but also bridge cultural gaps—turning steel beams and concrete slabs into symbols of shared trust.
In a recent video from summit organizers, Darwin and fellow BRICS Youth highlight how simple on-site collaborations create lasting partnerships. Their experiences point to three key insights:
- Language as a tool: Multilingual teams accelerate timelines and foster mutual respect
- Cultural exchange: Joint workshops and site visits build understanding beyond blueprints
- Youth impact: Emerging leaders blend local know-how with global best practices
As infrastructure projects continue to drive economic growth and social change, the role of youth in the BRICS framework is clear: turning concrete into connections that last. Darwin’s journey reminds us that, at its core, cooperation is built on people.
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From words to bridges — One youth's journey in BRICS cooperation
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