Hey fam! 🚢❄️ This week at a press briefing, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning highlighted China's push for greater teamwork in polar regions. Why? Because keeping the Arctic and Antarctic stable and thriving is a win for all of us on Earth! 🌍
During China's ongoing 42nd Antarctic expedition, some super heartwarming moments popped up. The Chinese team rescued a sick researcher from a Russian station, and in New Zealand, their icebreaker Xuelong lent a hand—transporting researchers from the Republic of Korea. Talk about squad goals! 🤝🌐
Mao Ning also reminded us that over the past 40 years, China has stuck to a spirit of helping each other, teaming up with over ten countries and regions—including Thailand, Chile, and Portugal—for joint research in Antarctica. It's a real global collab! 🧪🔬
And it's not just the South Pole. In the Arctic, China has been active too: joining the Arctic Council, hosting a China-Nordic Arctic cooperation symposium, and launching scientific missions in the Arctic Ocean. All to share findings and build dialogue platforms for the international community. ❄️🗣️
For young changemakers in South and Southeast Asia, it's a reminder that science and teamwork cross borders. Whether you're tracking climate data in Bangkok or dreaming of a career in polar research, these icy ventures show how global unity can tackle big challenges like climate change. 💡🌏
Stay tuned for more updates from the ice! ⛴️✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
