UN@80: Youth visions for a shared tomorrow

UN@80: Youth visions for a shared tomorrow

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As the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary in 2025, CGTN is joining global partners to launch the “One Home: Shared Future” Visual Storytelling Initiative, inviting young people worldwide to capture and share their vision for humanity’s future.

Among the creators, some have chosen to express their perspectives through the lens. Here is the ninth collection of images they have showcased.

UN@80: Youth visions for a shared tomorrowThe C919 – A Pillar of National Pride: In the twilight, the C919 stands serenely, its fuselage bathed in the golden glow of the setting sun. Through the "Large Aircraft Campus Outreach" program, aviation students experience an up-close encounter with this national pride. This moment reflects the UN Sustainable Development Goal of "Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure," fueling progress with breakthroughs in aviation technology. It echoes the Global Development Initiative, injecting dynamism into global industries via exchanges in high-end manufacturing; aligns with the Global Security Initiative, as independent aviation capabilities fortify the bedrock of transportation and development security; and embodies the Global Civilization Initiative, highlighting China’s commitment to building a brighter future through innovation, openness, and collaboration – a testament to advancing our global home. /Zhang ZihengYaoyaoFirst Glimpse of the World: The camera freezes a moment: a child wearing oversized glasses, beams with a sweet smile on the sofa. Their innocent face brimming with the wonder of their first encounter with the world. This scene resonates with the UN Sustainable Development Goals of "Quality Education" and "Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions" – may every child grow up in a secure environment to thrive. It echoes the Global Development Initiative, laying a foundation for childrenLetter Between Tides: Between the sea and the sky, the ferry serves as a mobile classroom, sailing with hope. It acts as a messenger between the sea and the sky – old books resonate with the lighthouse and waves resemble the pages of the Earth. This scene aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals of "Quality Education" and "Sustainable Transportation," using the ferry to convey knowledge and bring education to distant places. It echoes the Global Development Initiative, empowering exchanges through transportation connections; aligns with the Global Security Initiative, as stable shipping safeguards the peace of the ocean and coastal areas; and embodies the Global Civilization Initiative, conveying the warmth of knowledge sharing and joint ocean protection. Let all nations work together to let the ferry, this messenger, carry knowledge and hope to every coastline, jointly building a beautiful global home. /Hu RuiLiving in Harmony, Protecting What Is Good: On the green space in Auckland, New Zealand, the sunset casts a gentle glow over the city and the ocean. A couple leans quietly against a bench; lush vegetation, clear waters, and the urban skyline blend harmoniously, while sunlight filters through the clouds and spills down. This scene aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals of "Sustainable Cities and Communities" and "Climate Action," showcasing the beauty of symbiosis between nature and humanity. It echoes the Global Development Initiative, enhancing life through eco-friendly livability; aligns with the Global Security Initiative, as a beautiful environment strengthens both spiritual and ecological security; and embodies the Global Civilization Initiative, conveying the warmth of jointly protecting nature and sharing peace. Let all nations join hands to spread symbiotic realms across the world and paint a peaceful backdrop for our global home with ecological beauty. /Zhuang JunjieDialogue in Kazanqi: In Kazanqi Town, Xinjiang, between blue-hued walls and a cobalt-colored couch, a couple sits face-to-face, chatting quietly about daily life. Tea sets are serenely arranged on the table, accompanied by distinctive ethnic-styled patterns. This scene aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goal of "Cultural Heritage and Inclusion," letting ethnic culture flow through daily life. It echoes the Global Development Initiative, fostering cultural pluralism through exchanges; aligns with the Global Security Initiative, as cultural identity strengthens social cohesion; and embodies the Global Civilization Initiative, conveying respect and inclusiveness for folk customs. Through casual conversations, we safeguard cultural roots adding humanistic warmth to our global home. /Zhuang JunjieA Meeting Before the Glacier: At the turquoise glacial lake of New ZealandWind Turbines: Harmony in the Mist: At dawn, mist drifts over the wetlands, and reed beds sway softly in the breeze. In the distance, wind turbines stand in quiet majesty; as their blades turn, they convert the wind

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