Junior Cultural Ambassadors Gather in Beijing: Aspiring to Serve as Bridges for Cultural Exchange

On July 2, the 2025 China Soong Ching Ling Foundation "Junior Cultural Ambassadors" exchange event and the launch ceremony for the 2026 program were held in Beijing. Thirty-three "Junior Cultural Ambassadors" from 19 countries gathered at the venue to engage in dialogue and share friendship.

The "Junior Cultural Ambassadors" expressed their commitment to continue sharing their love for Chinese cuisine and culture with the world, striving to become bridges for exchange between China and other countries.

With the theme "My Favorite Chinese Food," this year's program received hundreds of submissions from 53 countries. Fifty-five participants were selected as "Junior Cultural Ambassadors," and 21 organizations were recognized as "Outstanding Organizations."

During the event, it was also announced that the theme for the 2026 China Soong Ching Ling Foundation "Junior Cultural Ambassadors" program will be "My Favorite Chinese Festival."