On June 10, the world marks the first UN International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations, a day dedicated to fostering understanding and collaboration across diverse cultures. In celebration, CGTN’s Enoch Wong sat down with a Russian PhD student from Beijing Foreign Studies University to explore the profound impact of cross-cultural exchanges.
The student shared how her passion for music serves as a bridge between cultures, illustrating how melodies and rhythms can transcend language barriers and foster mutual appreciation. Her research in contrastive linguistics, comparing Chinese, Russian, and English, reveals surprising similarities that highlight our shared human experience.
She emphasized that true harmony is rooted in accepting differences and building unity through common values. Drawing from Chinese philosophy, she explained the significance of the character he, which embodies harmony and serves as a guiding principle for effective cross-civilization communication. By embracing these values, she believes we can create a more connected and understanding global community.
This conversation underscores the importance of dialogue and cultural exchange in today’s interconnected world, inspiring young global citizens to engage in meaningful interactions that promote peace and cooperation.
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Embracing the 'he' spirit of harmony for cross-civilization dialogue
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