A hat, a plush lamb and a letter: Friendship begins with a small gift

On July 12, the One Voice Children's Choir from the United States arrived in Xinjiang to take part in the China-US Youth Music Exchange Program Xinjiang event, organized by the China Education Association for International Exchange.

Over nine days, young musicians from China and the United States will come together for musical performances, cultural exchanges and immersive experiences.

Our cameras captured heartwarming moments as the young participants exchanged gifts, shared stories and discovered more about one another's cultures. Music became a bridge and genuine connection became their shared language. Across mountains and oceans, a beautiful friendship is taking root in Xinjiang.