Recently, the "Bridge of the Future" China-US Youth Exchange Program took place in Beijing. The event was attended by officials from the Central Committee of the Communist Youth League and Sun Xinli, Vice-Chairman of Beijing Forestry University Council. Student representatives from BFU participated in two major activities: the CYUPS Youth Melody Thematic Exhange Performance and the "Bridge" China-US Youth Friendship Concert, both hosted at the China Youth University for Political Sciences. These events allowed them to engage deeply with their American counterparts in a rich cultural exchange.

At the American Delegation Farewell Show and the CYUPS Youth Melody Thematic Exchange Performance, the BFU Chinese Orchestra delivered a powerful Chinese piece "Song of the Heroes" and the Latin jazz-style "Tequila", which embodies unique Chinese and American characteristics respectively, bring the performance atmosphere to its peak. As the performance concluded, representatives from both Chinese and American youth sang "At the Crossroads Where the Phoenix Flowers Bloom" together, their voices echoing a shared aspiration for a better future.

At the "Bridge" China-US Youth Friendship Music Concert, the BFU student choir, dressed in elegant traditional Chinese attire, delivered a captivating performance of the song "Wanjian"(Vast Motherland). The harmonious national-style melody, paired with a fashion show of traditional Chinese costumes, dazzled the audience and showcased the beauty of Chinese traditional culture. American youths eagerly took photos with the performers, experiencing the profound heritage of Chinese culture with admiration.

The "Bridge of the Future" China-US Youth Exchange Program is jointly advocated and organized by the All-China Youth Federation and the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries. During the event, BFU students engaged in enthusiastic conversations with American youth representatives, sharing China's stories and spreading Chinese culture to demonstrate China's development achievements and unique charm, which also helped to deepen friendship and understanding with American youths in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Written by Qiao Zhi
Translated and edited by Song He
Reviewed by Yu Yangyang