What Went Down on the SCO Media Tour 🤝
From Aug 18-23, international journalists hopped on the "Watch China Together: A Journey to Harmony" tour to see the Chinese mainland's latest moves in smart agri, green ports, and cultural collabs under the SCO. Hosts and analysts from Pakistan, South Africa, and beyond got a front-row seat to how the SCO is boosting teamwork and tech-sharing across the Global South.
Yangling's Smart Agri Powerhouse 🌱
First stop: Yangling. Imagine uniform fields, huge maize stalks, and spotless demo farms – a sharp contrast to what many expected of a "small town." High-speed rails connected us to cutting-edge labs where 96 institutions from 18 countries swap farming hacks. Pakistan's PM even sent 1,000 students here as "agri ambassadors" to level up their home farms.
Xi'an & Modern Silk Road 🚄
Next up was Xi'an, where ancient Silk Road vibes got a 21st-century upgrade at the China Europe Railway Express center. Seeing freight whiz across borders made you feel the old-school spirit of Ibn Sina's medical texts traveling to Europe, minus any geo T&C. It's cooperation on full display, simple and straight-up efficient.
Qingdao's Cultural & Commerce Mashup 🐚
Last stop: Qingdao. The SCO Exhibition Center, aka "The Pearl", stole the show with its clamshell shape – perfect for the treasures inside. Ever tried South African wine or Rooibos tea at a Chinese expo? It's proof that the SCO's open-door vibe is real. Plus, Qingdao's automated port and China Movie Metropolis blend history and Hollywood-like glitz in one coastal package.
Big Picture: From Soil to Sea to Screens 🌍
Yangling showed the seed-to-harvest story. Xi'an mapped out the eco-friendly shipping lanes. Qingdao wrapped it up with culture and commerce. Together, it's a chain of collab that's all about shared growth and global impact – no strings attached. Ready to turn inspiration into action across the Global South? We sure are! ✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
