Where does the ASEAN children's hand-in-hand activity begin?

ASEAN children's hand-in-hand activity started in Nanning, Guangxi.

This activity was launched by the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy of Indonesia and the Embassy of China in Indonesia on June 29th, 2023 in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Youth representatives from China and ASEAN countries gathered in the cloud to carry out online cultural tourism exchange activities around the theme of "Beautiful China's" fragrance-seeking "trip. On the day of the online exchange activities, the youth representatives from China first welcomed the guests from ASEAN countries from afar in the live video broadcast, and introduced the history, culture and tourist attractions of China.

Through a series of exchange experience activities, Chinese and foreign children learn from each other, enhance understanding and inherit friendship.

Contents and forms of activities

Children's hand-in-hand activities in ASEAN include various forms of exchanges and cooperation, such as cultural exchange exhibitions, sports competitions and artistic performances. Children participating in the activities will have the opportunity to visit ASEAN countries, visit local schools, museums and places of interest, and learn about the history, culture and customs of different countries. There is also a workshop to train children's leadership and teamwork spirit.

Organization and support of activities

Children's hand-in-hand activities in ASEAN are organized and supported by ASEAN governments, education departments and non-governmental organizations. Governments provide venues, transportation and security support for the activities, education departments are responsible for organizing student registration and selection, and non-governmental organizations provide professional guidance and resource support to ensure the smooth progress of the activities.

Results and effects of activities

Children's hand-in-hand activities in ASEAN have made positive contributions to the future construction of ASEAN region by promoting friendship and cooperation among children and cultivating their cross-cultural awareness and international vision. These activities have helped the younger generation to establish an open, inclusive and cooperative attitude, enhanced the cohesion and integration process in the ASEAN region, and promoted economic, political and cultural exchanges among ASEAN countries.