The Youth Global Communication Forum held at Tsinghua University (Training News China)

Training News China: China.org.cn reported on the Youth Global Communication Forum held at Tsinghua University in Beijing. The forum brought together government officials, scholars, university faculties, students, and media professionals to explore the role of Generation Z in international communication and public diplomacy. The forum aimed to discuss strategies for building a more interconnected and prosperous international community by harnessing young people’s potential.

Gen Z’s role in global public opinion landscape

Xiang Botao, of China Tsinghua University Committee, emphasized the importance of universities providing platforms for showcasing Gen Z’s talents on the world stage, amplifying their voices, and helping them share Chinese stories globally. Zhang Dong, vice inspector of the International Communication Bureau of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee, stressed the importance of synergizing efforts among all stakeholders, including government, enterprises, think tanks, universities, and the media, to improve the efficiency of global communication.

Integrating international communication into curricula

Jia Peng, deputy director general of the Department of International Cooperation and Exchanges at the Ministry of Education, proposed that universities integrate international communication into their curricula and encourage students to pursue practical opportunities and real-world research issues. He also expressed hope for more original research in international communication by universities and greater efforts by scholars to introduce China’s modernization path to the rest of the world.

Keynote speeches and youth dialogue

The event included keynote speeches by Zeng Qingkai, editor-in-chief of China Daily 21st Century English Education Media, and Sun Ming, deputy director of the Academy of Contemporary China and World Studies. They offered insights on the changing landscape of international communication and the pivotal role that Gen Z plays in representing China globally. The forum also included a youth dialogue featuring students, influencers and journalists from Belarus, India, Russia, the United States, and China, who shared their unique perspectives on promoting understanding among nations.

Gen Zers can bridge understanding and trust gaps

The youth dialogue highlighted the need for Gen Zers to effectively present China’s development to the world by leveraging their strengths and passions in specific fields to help bridge the gap of understanding and trust between China and the world.