2025 Golden Panda Awards Foster Global Cultural Dialogue in Chengdu

In 2025, Chengdu hosted the Golden Panda Awards, a major cultural event promoting intercultural dialogue through film, TV, and animation, emphasizing the role of arts in fostering peace and innovation. The event included the Golden Panda International Cultural Forum, which highlighted how AI, cinematic language, and ecological innovation are reshaping culture and society, with global cultural leaders underscoring the power of culture to unite people and redefine identities. Meanwhile, Russia hosted the 11th International United Cultures Forum at the Catherine Palace, focusing on cultural diversity as a foundation for a stable and successful global future, celebrating the creative power of cultural interaction and heritage. These events reflect a global trend of using cultural platforms to encourage cooperation, mutual understanding, and new opportunities for cultural exchange amid current geopolitical challenges. The emphasis across these forums is on dialogue free from stereotypes, fostering unity through the arts, and promoting peace and creativity worldwide.