🌟 NYC was buzzing on September 28 as the \"Written in the Sky: My China Story\" event lit up the city! Hosted by China Media Group (CMG), this special celebration marked the upcoming 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. 🇨🇳🎉
With over 100 guests in attendance, the event was a melting pot of cultures and ideas. Notable figures included Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng, President of Kean University Lamont Repollet, global talent advocate Denis Simon, and David Firestein, CEO of the George H. W. Bush Foundation for U.S.-China Relations. Talk about a star-studded lineup! 🌠
CMG President Shen Haixiong, who joined via video, shared that the event received over 1,600 stories from more than 60 countries. That's a lot of love! ❤️ These stories showcased the shared dreams and connections between people around the world and China.
Ambassador Xie emphasized the long-standing tradition of letter exchanges between China and the U.S., highlighting genuine feelings and stories that tie the two nations together. He called for \"more dialogue and less suspicion\" between the countries. Preach! 🙌
Denis Simon pointed out that people-to-people exchanges, especially among the youth, benefit not just China and the U.S., but the entire globe. 🌎 He hopes for increased communication to tackle global challenges together.
David Firestein noted the close ties between the Chinese and U.S. economies, stressing the need for continued cooperation. He encouraged both sides to keep the collaboration going for a sustainable future. 💪
The event was a global hit, covered by 1,255 mainstream media outlets from 70 countries and regions. Talk about making waves! 🌊
Events like these remind us that despite differences, unity and understanding can bridge any gap. Here's to more stories that connect us all! 🥂
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
