Zodiac meets Olympics magic

Tang Wenqing Paris, France

From July 26 to Aug 11, I had the privilege of interning at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games, where I witnessed the energy and perseverance of athletes while contributing to intercultural communication.

One experience from my time in the broadcasting sector stands out: I introduced the Chinese zodiac to a French friend, who, after hearing my explanation, realized that his zodiac sign could be the dragon.

We also discussed the differences between Chinese and Western depictions of dragons, which reminded me that, despite our diverse cultural backgrounds, we share a common pursuit of respect, love, art, and beauty.