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Zhao Shibo: A cross-cultural connector

孟加拉国华联会青年委员会副会长赵世波：跨越文化的交流者

“The answers aren’t in your echo chambers of the information age, ing every encounter into an opportunity
phone; they’re in every real interac- and replace virtual exchanges with genu- for change.”
tion you have with the world around ine real-world engagement, measuring the He encourages young Chinese in
you,” reflected Zhao Shibo, Vice world with their own feet. Bangladesh to broaden their horizons
Chairman of the Youth Committee Zhao emphasizes that, based on in three ways: learn the local language,
of the Bangladesh Overseas Chi- his years overseas, true cross-cultural participate in community life, and pur-
nese Association and a long-term understanding does not lie in seeking sue practical collaborations. “Every step
Chinese resident in Bangladesh, a “standard answer,” but in having we take beyond our comfort zone is not
drawing from his rich experience in the courage to embrace difference and only personal growth, but also a stride
cross-cultural exchange. diversity, and in persistently engaging toward social progress,” he observed.
In recent years, he has witnessed with locals to foster mutual recogni- “When young people choose curiosity
Bangladesh's dynamic development. He tion and empathy. “The realization of a over judgment and understanding over
believes young people must break free shared future for humanity begins when assumption, they become true builders
from stereotypes, step out of the digital each person takes a step forward, turn- of cultural bridges.”

Jiang Su’e: A self-taught dreamweaver

孟加拉国南北大学孔子学院学生江素娥：自学成才的追梦人

In this era of turbulence and trans- fidence in English, she began to study dialects,” she said. These experiences
formation, what medium should young Chinese. have given her a more personal under-
people use to embrace the world? For “I searched for free Chinese-learning standing of Chinese culture.
Jiang Su’e, a student at the Confucius resources on internet platforms,” Jiang Today, Jiang’s circle of friends con-
Institute of North South University in explained. “A Chinese netizen helped tinues to grow. In addition to Chinese
Bangladesh, the answer is the internet. me correct my pronunciation and even contacts, she now has online friends from
“The internet has connected me with gave me my Chinese name.” She de- more than ten countries, including Nepal,
friends from all over the world. We in- scribed this friend as exceptionally kind Algeria, Lebanon, Georgia, Saudi Arabia,
fluence one another, and together they and supportive: “She didn’t just teach Malaysia, the Philippines, Greece, Italy,
have helped shape who I am today.” me Chinese; she also encouraged and Ethiopia, Pakistan, the United Kingdom,
Jiang reflected. “While our cultures may helped me whenever I faced setbacks.” and the United States. “The internet has
differ, we share common emotions.” Later, Jiang met even more Chinese linked me to the world and opened the
To engage more meaningfully with netizens, who introduced her to classical door to a much broader horizon,” she said.
friends from different cultures, she Chinese poetry, history, and everyday “All my online learning and friendships
chose to learn new languages. She start- expressions not found in textbooks. are paving the way for my dreams. I hope
ed by teaching herself English through “Through these conversations, I dis- one day to study in China, travel around
online resources, and after gaining con- covered the rich diversity of Chinese the world, and build my own career.”

Jahangir Hossain: A young leader in innovation and
entrepreneurship

孟加拉国—中国文化经济与大众交流中心成员贾汉吉尔·侯赛因：创新创业的青年领袖

“Young people should play a vital the best window through which young more employment opportunities for
role in strengthening Bangladesh–China people can understand the world and youth, helping them realize their poten-
friendship,” said Jahangir Hossain, a that studying across borders not only tial and contribute fresh ideas to societal
member of the Bangladesh‑China Cul- broadens perspectives but also cultivates progress.
tural, Economic and Mass Communi- the ability to take action. “Both Bangladesh and China have
cation Center. Having studied in China According to his observations, Bang- vast youth populations. They are key
himself, he brings unique insights into ladeshi youth today engage in social drivers of future economic growth,
deepening youth exchanges between the contribution through six main avenues: technological advancement, and social
two nations. His own journey stands as innovation and entrepreneurship, volun- development in our countries,” Jahang-
a testament to the importance of such teerism, digital engagement, education, ir emphasized. He encouraged young
cross-cultural bonds. creative expression, and community ser- people from both nations to further
Jahangir’s ties to China run deep. vice. “Many young people are actively strengthen cooperation in innovation
He earned his MBA at Beijing Normal involved in community improvement and entrepreneurship, community ser-
University and has long followed devel- and technological innovation. It’s a vice, and educational exchange, thereby
opments in international and regional powerful demonstration of their sense making meaningful contributions to
political economy. This study-abroad of social responsibility,” he noted. He deepening Bangladesh–China friend-
experience taught him that education is believes business leaders should create ship.