The 2026 Beijing Culture Forum opened on September 22. During the parallel forum themed "Cultural Heritage and Artistic Creation" on September 23, a roundtable discussion brought together global experts, creators and cultural practitioners.
British video blogger Stuart Wiggin took part in the dialogue. He shared his insights on introducing Chinese culture to international audiences, saying that one major challenge is capturing overseas viewers' attention. He chooses to film little‑known Chinese cultural elements, ranging from folk festivals to diverse forms of intangible cultural heritage.
Wiggin emphasized that cultural heritage is not merely a relic of the past, but part of people's modern lives. His core goal is to show international audiences the real‑life stories of ordinary Chinese people. He hopes global viewers can realize that despite cultural differences, human lives, emotions and stories are universally relatable.
Reporter | Dong Han
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