CCP mouthpiece Xinhua News Agency reported on November 13th that Chinese President Xi Jinping has sent a reply letter to young sinologists from across the globe, encouraging them to “serve as bridges connecting Chinese and foreign civilizations.”
In his letter, Xi “expressed appreciation upon learning that the scholars enjoy studying the Chinese language, value Chinese culture, and actively contribute to advancing sinological research and cross-cultural exchange.” He praised their “dedication to deepening mutual understanding through academic work.”
Xi noted that, while sinology originates in China, it “belongs to the world and stands as a spiritual asset shared by all humanity.” He expressed hope that these young scholars would “continue their studies in step with China’s development, further strengthening their research and interpretive work.” He encouraged them to “present an authentic, multidimensional, and comprehensive view of China to international audiences, fulfilling their role as messengers who foster dialogue between civilizations.” Xi also called on them to “contribute their wisdom and effort” to “building a community with a shared future for mankind,” a central element of the Chinese Communist Party’s ideology under his leadership.
Xi’s letter was written in response to a message from 61 young sinologists representing 51 countries who were invited to participate in the 2025 World Chinese Language Conference, scheduled to take place in Beijing from November 14 to 16. In their letter to Xi, the scholars shared their experiences conducting China-related research and expressed their desire to deepen their understanding of Chinese studies while serving as bridges for civilizational exchange.
Source: People’s Daily, November 14, 2025
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