Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, took the stage in Beijing on Thursday at the Bond with Kuliang: 2025 China-U.S. youth friendship event, held at the Chinese People\u0019s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries. In her keynote speech, she emphasized the role of young people as bridges between cultures and catalysts for peaceful cooperation.
"As inheritors of China-U.S. friendship, you carry the hope of shared progress," Peng said to an audience of more than 300 student delegates from both countries. "Your creativity and collaboration can drive peace and shape a bright future for our nations."
The event featured interactive workshops on sustainable innovation, cross-cultural storytelling sessions, and a virtual startup showcase connecting emerging entrepreneurs from across the Pacific. Organizers noted that youth exchanges between China and the U.S. have risen by 20% over the past two years, signaling increased enthusiasm for international dialogue.
Participants shared success stories from previous programs, including joint eco-solutions in the Pearl River Delta and collaborative art initiatives in California. "This partnership is more than an event," said Emma Rodriguez, a U.S. tech student. "It\u0019s a real opportunity to learn, innovate, and build friendships across borders."
As the gathering concluded, Peng Liyuan\u0019s call for unity and cooperation underscored the event\u0019s mission: to empower a new generation to forge enduring ties and write the next chapter of China-U.S. friendship.
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