Civilization is colorful through communication, and enriched through mutual learning. In order to promote exchanges and mutual learning among young people from around the world, on November 21st, the 17th World Culture Festival of Guangdong University of Foreign Studies (hereinafter referred to as "Guangwai"), with the theme of "Six Ranks of Glory and Composing a New Chapter", was grandly opened in Guangzhou, building a youth bridge connecting China and foreign countries and promoting deep dialogue between civilizations. Leaders and guests including Shen Minghao, Vice President of Guangdong University of Foreign Studies, Cai Hong, Dean of the School of International Student Education, Fan Mengxiong and Ruan Hongjun, Consuls of the Consulate General of Vietnam in Guangzhou, Li Ziyi, Deputy Director of the Foreign Affairs Bureau of Shaoguan City, as well as university representatives, participated in this event. At the beginning of the opening ceremony, accompanied by the sound of drums and gongs, the majestic and passionate Lingnan lion dance leaped and churned, igniting the enthusiasm of the entire audience with its agile posture. The lion dance is not only a festive symbol for festivals and celebrations, but also carries the spirit of unity and progress of the Chinese nation, and is one of the important forms of spreading Chinese culture to the world. Vice President of Guangwai, Shen Minghao, added the finishing touch to the lion dance and announced the official opening of the 17th World Cultural Festival. After the finishing touch ceremony for the lion dance by Shen Minghao, guests and teachers and students stepped into the exciting and diverse world food culture corridor. The reporter found at the scene that foreign students from 28 countries and regions on all continents have brought their own country's special food - French crepes, Canadian maple syrup waffles, Thai milk tea, German mashed potato salad, Vietnamese Spring rolls, Italian Tiramisu... All the food booths around the world with national characteristics have turned the scene into a grand event of deep integration of diverse cultures. The Chinese characteristic booth, with its rich and diverse cultural and creative products, vividly interprets Eastern aesthetics and becomes a vivid carrier for telling Chinese stories, attracting many students to stop and appreciate. The colorful and vibrant cultures of multiple countries blend together here, while cross-border youth friendships continue to heat up amidst laughter and joy. The interactive segment of the "Food Culture Corridor" event pushed the atmosphere of the event to a climax. Foreign students from Yemen and Indonesia dressed in bright ethnic costumes, singing and dancing to the light drum beats, quickly attracted crowds to stop and appreciate, and danced together. Under the sunshine, young people from different countries dance hand in hand, applaud and cheer, and their smiles resonate with the joyful rhythm. At this moment, cultural exchange transcends language and form, blending in sincere interaction. Youth is the future of the world and the main force in the inheritance and innovation of civilization. In today's world of deepening globalization, cultural exchange among young people is increasingly becoming an important practice to promote mutual learning among civilizations and enhance international understanding. Young people from different countries actively listen to each other, learn from each other, and grow friendships through communication. Youth from all countries should take on the common responsibility of promoting the development of civilization, promote the civilization concept of equality, mutual learning, dialogue, and inclusiveness, and use the power of youth to promote international cultural exchanges and cooperation, playing the music of civilization development. (News Agency) Article: Lian Peixin Picture: Lian Peixin