Language education seen as key link in intl relations

International language education is emerging as a vital force in fostering cultural exchanges and connecting civilizations across countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative, senior officials and experts said at the opening ceremony of two events on Friday.

As the global landscape shifts and artificial intelligence transforms the way people communicate and learn, language education is taking on new significance in promoting mutual understanding and international cooperation, they said.

The Belt and Road Forum for Language and Culture Collaboration and the Global English Education China Assembly opened at Beijing Normal University on Friday, drawing insightful discussions on the pivotal role of language education and cultural exchange.