Zeng Zixin, program officer at the center of international cooperation service, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, highlighted China's commitment to the GIAHS initiative since its launch in 2002. “China's efforts will transform agricultural cultural heritage into valuable resources for rural revitalization while contributing to global food security and the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.“

　　Min Qingwei, an agricultural heritage expert from the Chinese Academy of Sciences, identified three key aspects of the initiative: its international scope, youth focus, and broad appeal beyond agriculture. “Agricultural heritage can only maintain its vitality if young people participate and understand it,“ Min said.

　　The event combines China's agricultural cultural heritage with global youth innovation through field visits, roundtable dialogues and co-creation camps. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

　　Japanese director Takeuchi Ryo, leading the program participants in documentary filming about agricultural practices, stressed the importance of finding common ground in storytelling. “Each country has different needs and views on agriculture. We need to find points of resonance that connect with international audiences,“ he said.

　　Young participants shared their perspectives and experiences. Bae Hye-eun, a South Korean cultural industry doctor from Peking University, found new dimensions in the city. “Despite visiting Shanghai more than ten times, this was my first exposure to its fishery and agricultural systems,“ she said. “We're discovering new values and future possibilities in these traditional practices.“