Traversing Jining, Confucius' birthplace; the maritime metropolis of Qingdao; and the coastal innovation hub of Yantai, a media delegation recently decoded Qilu culture's 2,500-year legacy through a global lens. Meanwhile, China Media Group's "China Up Close – Shandong Tour" kicked off on April 25. Over 50 journalists from Chinese and international media embarked on an immersive exploration of Shandong's cultural essence and cutting-edge innovation. This tour aimed to showcase Shandong's unique charm and development achievements to the world. Today, CGTN reporter Liu Jiaxin hosts a dialogue in Yantai with journalists from Slovenia, Slovakia, Cambodia and South Africa, focusing on cultural exchanges and cooperation among different countries, further promoting mutual understanding and friendship.