Language study ignites youth's China passion

US students see culture as vital bridge for deeper understanding between countries

Language has served as a vital bridge, deepening understanding between China and the United States across generations of educators and students.

In light of this, the Chinese Consulate General in New York hosted an open day, "Discover China: A Journey Through Language & Culture", for Generation Z students this week.

Featured at the event were traditional Chinese intangible arts from Fujian province, including musical ensembles, folk dances and glove puppetry from the classic 14th-century Chinese novel Water Margin. There was also a panel discussion where participants shared their experiences related to the Chinese language and culture.