Dignitaries attend "From Shanghai to New York: A Century-Long Cultural Journey Inspiring New China-US Dialogue", held at the China Institute of America in New York on Monday. MINGMEI LI/CHINA DAILY
Oceans apart but both shaped by water, New York and Shanghai tell a shared story of China-US cultural exchange. The two global cities continue to connect through culture, education and dialogue.
That enduring link was highlighted on Monday at the China Institute of America in New York, bringing together young scholars and artists from China and the United States. Participants explored the convergence of technology, art and philosophy, fostering intellectual exchange among younger generations and promoting mutual learning across cultures.
"This is not only an academic dialogue across geographical boundaries, but also a cultural exchange that connects history with the future," said Yu Yougen, education counselor of the Chinese Consulate General in New York.
"Shanghai and New York, two internationally renowned cities shaped by water, have maintained close and fruitful exchanges for decades," Yu said. "From the Huangpu River to the Hudson River, what crosses the Pacific is not only exhibitions and conversations, but also the shared aspiration of people from both countries to learn from each other."
