Global Youth Multicultural Forum held in Singapore, Malaysia

A global youth dialogue program highlighting cultural diversity and cross-cultural exchange was held in Singapore and Malaysia from Dec. 19 to 23, bringing together more than 300 participants from across Asia.

The Global Youth Multicultural Forum, titled "Diverse Civilizations, Shared Community," was jointly organized by the International Culture Association of the Xizang Autonomous Region and the Center for International Cultural Communication of China International Communications Group (CICG).

Yu Yingfu, vice president of China International Communications Group (CICG), delivers a video address at the Malaysia session of the "Diverse Civilizations, Shared Community" Global Youth Multicultural Forum, Dec. 23, 2025. [Photo/CICG]

Yu Yingfu, vice president of CICG, delivered a video address at the Malaysia session. In his remarks, Yu noted the long-standing ties between China and Malaysia, describing the event as both a platform to present Xizang's development and cultural heritage to the world and a practical effort to strengthen people-to-people exchanges through dialogue among civilizations.

Yu also encouraged young participants to carry forward traditional friendships and build new bridges of understanding through contemporary forms of communication, including short videos, podcasts, and digital art. He said such efforts could help translate shared values into concrete cooperation and deeper mutual understanding.

Liu Shizhong, vice president of the International Culture Association of the Xizang Autonomous Region, delivers a speech at the "Diverse Civilizations, Shared Community" Global Youth Multicultural Forum in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Dec. 23, 2025. [Photo/CICG]

Liu Shizhong, vice president of the International Culture Association of the Xizang Autonomous Region, said Xizang has undergone profound transformation over different stages of reform and development. He called on young people to engage in dialogue on global governance, cultural exchange, and sustainable development, stressing the importance of balancing economic growth with environmental protection. Liu said cooperation and mutual learning among civilizations could contribute to shared development and benefit communities across regions.

Fifteen experts and scholars from diverse fields shared perspectives across four areas, which are integration of culture and tourism, cultural communication, ecological conservation, and international exchange, offering practical insights into cross-cultural engagement.

The program also featured a cultural performance showcasing Tibetan arts and a photo exhibition highlighting Xizang's development achievements, allowing audiences to experience the region's cultural vitality and social progress over recent decades.

Artists perform Tibetan dance at the "Diverse Civilizations, Shared Community" Global Youth Multicultural Forum in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Dec. 22, 2025. [Photo/CICG]

The "Diverse Civilizations, Shared Community" youth dialogue is a cultural exchange initiative focusing on engaging Generation Z. Since its launch, the program has been held in Egypt, Singapore, and Malaysia, expanding the global reach of Tibetan culture and deepening cross-cultural exchange.