Since the 1880s, Kuliang, on the outskirts of Fuzhou in China’s Fujian province, has welcomed visitors from around the world, fostering friendships that have spanned generations. Today, that spirit of connection lives on. Follow a local reporter as they join a group of American youth exploring Fuzhou after taking part in the Bond with Kuliang: 2026 China-US Youth Baseball Exhibition Games and Sports Festival.
Since China launched the initiative in 2023 to invite 50,000 young Americans for exchange and study programs over five years, the goal has already been achieved more than two years ahead of schedule. Through the lens of journalists, people-to-people exchanges are transformed into stories that bridge cultures, challenge perceptions, and bring communities closer together.
Source: “Home of Journalists” Facebook