Youth exchange fosters cross-cultural friendships

Uzbekistani student Raximova Shahnozaxon Dilshodovna highlighted the benefits of cultural exchanges in her hometown of Tashkent, where activities like Sino-Uzbek cultural exhibitions, food festivals, and joint artist performances foster mutual understanding, respect for cultural diversity, tourism development, and trust between nations.

As the future torchbearers of SCO nations, these young participants have deepened their understanding of China and Qingdao's urban transformation through this immersive program. The study tour created a dynamic platform for cross-border learning, mutual inspiration, and collaborative growth, injecting vibrant youthful energy into building a closer SCO community with a shared future.