搭起“连心桥” 铺就“融合路”

Group 1 - The core theme of the 17th Cross-Strait Forum is "expanding civil exchanges and deepening integrated development," featuring 56 activities across youth, grassroots, culture, and economy [1] - The forum highlights the emotional and cultural ties between the people of Taiwan and the mainland, emphasizing the shared heritage and the importance of understanding the true mainland to break the misinformation barrier in Taiwan [2][3] - The participation of Taiwanese youth in rural development and cultural exchanges is seen as a significant aspect of cross-strait integration, with examples of successful collaborations shared during the forum [3][5] Group 2 - The forum included discussions on various collaborative initiatives, such as enhancing cross-strait worker innovation, improving technical skills, and promoting traditional Chinese medicine [5] - The integration of advanced technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, in cultural and economic sectors was a prominent topic, with calls for both sides to leverage these technologies for cultural promotion and improving living standards [6] - The event served as a platform for Taiwanese businesses to explore opportunities in the mainland market, encouraging them to integrate into the mainland's industrial and innovation chains [6]