Heritage Bridges, Friendship Without Borders. Chinese students: Youth exchange fuels cultural spread

From August 25 to 26, Chinese and international teachers and students from Rizhao Polytechnic University visited Juxian and Wulian to experience local intangible cultural heritage, including paper-cutting, pottery, and Maoqiang opera.

Lin Jiazheng, a student from the Department of Intelligent Metallurgy, shared his thoughts: "When foreign classmates marveled at these crafts, I felt the true charm of our heritage and deep pride. Language may divide us, but the joy we share through hands-on activities is universal. Such cultural exchange not only builds friendship but also helps our traditions reach a broader world."

For young people like Lin, intangible heritage is not just display—it's a bridge that connects cultures and carries tradition forward.