On August 20, the second offline shooting event of the 4th "Beijing – A Global City" Short Video Contest kicked off at Chaoyang District, Beijing. A total of 55 foreign journalists from 48 countries including Argentina, Pakistan, Jamaica, and Georgia visited Xiushui Street, THE BOX Chaowai Youth Center, Beijing Olympic Tower, Langyuan Station, and Liangma River International Waterfront, among other places, immersing themselves in the rich and diverse new consumption scenarios of Beijing and the international charm intertwined with unlimited vitality

A group photo of the foreign journalists in front of Beijing Olympic Tower 

[Photo by Qu Yi]

Chaoyang District is known for its fashionable elements and vitality. Foreign journalists made their first stop at Xiushui Street, one of Beijing's iconic shopping destinations. They not only praised the quality and design of the products, but also acclaimed the convenient payment services in Beijing. "In Beijing, you can choose various payment methods such as cash, card, and online payment. Online payment, in particular, is very convenient. For example, when taking public transport or shopping, users can easily make payments through the relevant Apps. In my opinion, online payment is the future trend, and I hope that this payment method can be widely used in my country," said Enrique Gamarra Fernandez, a host from Megacadena, a Paraguayan media company.

A foreign journalist (left) is learning how to pay with a QR code at a vending machine.

[Photo by Qu Yi]

At THE BOX Chaowai Youth Center, you will find the cyberpunk-themed industrial elements everywhere. "Many malls and shopping centers in Beijing are making shopping fun. Through The BOX, I see the trendy and fashionable facet of Beijing. Beijing shows great enthusiasm and inclusiveness towards various consumers and age groups, whether they are tourists or local residents, young people or the elderly. Beijing is a vibrant and attractive city for everyone," said Angelo Jedidiah, a journalist and producer from Trinidad and Tobago Guardian.

Foreign journalists then visited Beijing Olympic Tower, a landmark in the Olympic Park Central Area, where visitors can attend exhibitions, climb to the top of the tower and enjoy beautiful scenery... "It's amazing when climbing this tower. You can feel the grandeur and magnificence of the building on the ground, but it's only when you reach the top of the tower and overlook the magnificent cityscape that you can truly feel the impact and awe," said Luis Michael Caceres Villafane, a journalist from TV Peru.

Strolling along the tranquil forest trail, you will unveil the veil of the well-known creative park in Beijing - Shouchuang Langyuan Station. "Langyuan Station combines multiculturalism with tourism and commerce. You can experience different elements such as art, history, food, music, and movies," said Gavin Nigel Riley, a journalist and editor from Our Today, a Jamaican news website.

Foreign journalists touring Liangma River at night 

[Photo by Qu Yi]

The Liangma River, which runs through the Embassy Zone in Beijing, connects the three major commercial districts - SOLANA, Yansha, and Sanlitun, showcasing not only the fashionable sense of Beijing but also seamlessly integrating diverse cultures into the route. "The gentle breeze, the sound of water, and the light show make the Liangma River at night not only stunning, but also comfortable, relaxing, and healing. I love this journey." A journalist from the Chilean El Ciudadano not only marveled at the beauty of Liangma River, but also praised the efforts Beijing has made for urban renewal.

(Source: CRI Online)