Junior cultural ambassadors build understanding, friendship

Editor's note: The China Soong Ching Ling Foundation launched its 2026 "Junior Cultural Ambassadors" cultural exchange series in Beijing on June 29, bringing together 45 young participants from 25 countries. Since its inception in 2021, the event has been held for five consecutive years. Sparking interest and love for Chinese culture among young people from around the world, it has fostered greater mutual understanding between Chinese and international youth.

A young ambassador and her parent make zongzi — sticky rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves — during the China Soong Ching Ling Foundation "Junior Cultural Ambassadors" Exchange Activity in Beijing, June 30, 2026. [Photo by Wang Ziteng/China.org.cn]