As the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) celebrates its 10th anniversary, intriguing metaphors emerge to describe its journey and challenges. In a special edition of Headline Buster, CGTN’s Liu Xin delves into the fascinating connection between the legendary Monkey King and the BRI.
The Monkey King, a central figure in Chinese folklore, symbolizes strength, protection, and resilience. Similarly, the BRI aims to build robust infrastructure and foster global connectivity, navigating through complex geopolitical landscapes.
Liu Xin highlights how some Western media portray the BRI through a geopolitical lens, often overlooking its cultural and economic impacts. By drawing parallels with the Monkey King, the BRI is depicted not just as a project, but as a dynamic force guarding and advancing China’s vision of international cooperation and development.
This metaphor underscores the BRI’s role in bridging continents, much like the Monkey King bridges the mythical and the real, ensuring that the initiative remains steadfast amidst global scrutiny and competition.
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cgtn.com
