Cross-Strait Youth Collaborate for a Shared Future
Recently, a delegation of young people from Taiwan visited the Chinese mainland to participate in the “Cross-Strait Youth Ice and Snow Festival.” Led by Ma Ying-jeou, former chairman of the Chinese Kuomintang party, this visit marks his third trip to the mainland in two years.
Bridging Gaps Through Exchanges
These exchanges hold great significance. Despite growing up in distinct environments, young people from the Chinese mainland and Taiwan face similar challenges and opportunities in an increasingly interconnected world. As globalization deepens, competition in technology, culture, and the economy intensifies. Collaborative efforts between youth on both sides can better equip them to navigate future challenges.
Planting Seeds of Collaboration
Through exchange activities like the “Ice and Snow Festival,” participants experience cultural differences, dispel prejudices, and discover shared values and potential areas for cooperation. Such firsthand experiences of the mainland’s natural beauty, local culture, and intellectual exchanges not only narrow distances but also plant the seeds of future collaboration.
Building a Resilient Foundation
When younger generations understand and trust one another, the foundation for cross-strait relations becomes more resilient. These interactions foster personal connections and contribute to mutual understanding across the Taiwan Strait.
As both sides continue to engage, there is hope that youth collaboration will pave the way for a shared future, promoting harmony and prosperity in the region.
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