China-Japan Ties: Ningbo uses books to strengthen East Asian cultural ties at World Expo Osaka

At the World Expo in Osaka, the Chinese city of Ningbo is using books to deepen cultural ties with its Japanese sister cities. CGTN's Lin Nan has more.

On July 13, Ningbo of eastern China's Zhejiang province hosted a friendship city dialogue and presented reprinted works by Ming Dynasty philosopher Wang Yangming – whose teachings once inspired Japan's modernization.

NAKAKOJI KENGO Mayor of Nagaokakyo: "Wang Yangming's Confucian ideas show how much our cultures share. Such wisdom is valuable for today's world."

Guests shared how his ideas still resonate, encouraging people in both countries to connect and learn from each other.

GONG YINGYAN Professor, Ningbo University: "By sharing books, we hope China and Japan can draw strength from our shared cultural heritage."

KAZUO YAMAMORI Chairman of Kyokuto Die-Casting Co Ltd: "'Unity of Knowledge and Action' guides how I lead my company."

By gifting these classic works, Ningbo hopes to keep its legacy as a cultural bridge alive – building deeper trust and exchange with Japan. Lin Nan, CGTN.