摘要：On the afternoon of April 10th, the graduation ceremony of the 2025 Program for Youth Representatives from Pacific Island Countrie

On the afternoon of April 10th, the graduation ceremony of the 2025 Program for Youth Representatives from Pacific Island Countries was successfully held in Guangzhou. Among the many memorable moments, Richard Amos from Vanuatu was particularly thrilled when he spotted a lizard-shaped wooden stand gifted by former Prime Minister Barak Sopé, on display at the Guangdong Foreign Affairs Museum.

Richard Amos from Vanuatu found a gift from his homeland at the Guangdong Foreign Affairs Museum. (Photo by Tan Zheng)

From March 23rd to April 11th, 33 young representatives from ten Pacific Island countries (PICs), including Papua New Guinea and Fiji, gathered in Guangdong for a three-week intensive training program. They visited six cities, including Guangzhou and Shenzhen, and participated in six lectures, 22 field sessions, and two cultural immersion courses. The program offered a comprehensive understanding of China's political, economic, and social development, the prospects for cooperation between China and PICs, and firsthand insights into Guangdong's reform and development practices.

Members of the 2025 PICs Youth Delegation at Sun Yat-sen University. (Photo by Guangdong Foreign Affairs Office)

At the Shenzhen Reform and Opening-up Exhibition Hall, delegates visited the "Great Tides Surge Along the Pearl River 40 Years of Reform and Opening-up in Guangdong" exhibition, learning about the progress of China's reform and opening-up. (Photo by Guangdong Foreign Affairs Office)

Reflecting on their journey, many delegates shared snapshots that captured unforgettable moments. Charlei Andrianna from Nauru posted a photo taken with fellow Pacific students at Wuyi University in Jiangmen, expressing her surprise and joy at encountering compatriots abroad. Kevin from Papua New Guinea shared a group photo taken next to a fire hydrant, explaining how deeply he was moved by China's investment in education and its youth. He praised the innovative spirit of the Chinese youth and hoped that the insights gained during the program could inspire positive development in his country.

Members of the 2025 PICs Youth Delegation visited the Jiangmen Wuyi Museum of Overseas Chinese. (Photo by Guangdong Foreign Affairs Office)

Tanusia from Tonga became emotional while talking about a photo she took at the Jiangmen Wuyi Overseas Chinese Museum. She once thought the gap between China and her home country was vast. But seeing how early Chinese emigrants left home for the sake of family and yet preserved their cultural heritage reminded her of the shared values between the two peoples. "It gave me hope," she said. "Just like China, Pacific nations too have great opportunities ahead."

Delegates visited the Fushan Circular Economy Industrial Park in Guangzhou to learn about China's efforts in promoting global green development. (Photo by Guangdong Foreign Affairs Office)

Members of the 2025 PICs Delegation at Sun Yat-sen University. (Photo by Guangdong Foreign Affairs Office)

The delegates also gained a profound understanding of China's commitment to global green development. John Perman from the Federated States of Micronesia recalled being especially impressed by the visit to the Fushan Circular Economy Industrial Park in Guangzhou. "Here we saw how China is using cutting-edge AI technology to convert waste into energy. These advanced technologies hold global significance," he remarked.

At the graduation ceremony, youth delegates shared their cultures through traditional dances. (Photo by Tan Zheng)

"China has never seen us as scattered islands in the ocean, but rather as ocean nations with vision and a voice," said Ketan Kirit from Fiji. "Through its actions, China has shown it is a true friend and partner to the Pacific Islands."

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当太平洋岛国的青年来到广东，他们拍下了这些“人生照片”

4月10日下午，2025年太平洋岛国青年代表研修班在广州圆满举行结业仪式。其间，来自瓦努阿图的Richard Amos在广东外事博物馆看到本国前总理索佩赠送的蜥蜴木架，十分兴奋。

3月23日至4月11日，来自巴布亚新几内亚、斐济等10个太平洋岛国的33名青年代表齐聚广东，开展了为期3周的深入研修。他们奔赴广州、深圳等6座城市，通过6场专题讲座、22场现场教学和2场文化体验课，全面了解中国政治经济社会发展、中国与岛国协同前景，以及广东改革发展的实践经验。

回顾研修历程，代表们纷纷展示“人生照片”分享难忘瞬间。瑙鲁的Charlei Andrianna分享在江门五邑大学与岛国留学生的合照，直言异国遇同胞的惊喜。巴布亚新几内亚的Kevin晒出和同胞在消防栓旁的合影，他深感中国对教育和年轻人的重视，认可中国青年引领创新的力量，期望同胞把学到的先进经验带回祖国，推动当地发展。

汤加的Tanusia分享在中国侨都华侨华人博物馆拍摄的照片时一度哽咽。她曾认为岛国与中国差距巨大，可在博物馆，她看到早期海外打拼的中国人与自己同胞的相似之处——为家庭幸福离乡背井，却始终坚守本国文化传统。这让她坚信，未来太平洋岛国和中国一样，都拥有广阔发展机遇。

研修期间，青年代表们也深刻体会到中国为全球绿色发展的付出。来自密克罗尼西亚联邦的John Perman提到，广州市福山循环经济产业园的行程给他留下了深刻的印象。“我们在这里看到中国已经开始运用先进的AI技术将废弃物转化成能源。这些先进技术的使用，对世界发展有着重要意义。”John Perman说。

“中国从未将我们视为散落在大洋各处的小岛，而是把我们看作拥有愿景与发言权的大洋之国。”来自斐济的Ketan Kirit说，“中国用实际行动来证明，它是太平洋岛国的真正的朋友与伙伴。”

文、部分图 | 记者 谭铮

部分图 | 粤外事（除署名外）

翻译 | 杨钧雅

英文审校 | 王枥焓

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