和音：与汉学结伴 和中国同行

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes the importance of promoting cultural exchange and understanding between China and the world, as highlighted by President Xi Jinping's letter to young sinologists [1] - The rise of sinology reflects a growing global interest in Chinese culture, with more international scholars actively engaging in research and cultural exchange [2][3] - The increasing number of countries incorporating Chinese into their national education systems, with over 200 million international learners and users of the language, signifies a cultural wave that accompanies the language trend [2] Group 2 - The continuous rise in cultural exchange indicates China's open and inclusive approach, as evidenced by the significant increase in foreign visitors to China, with a 30.2% year-on-year growth in entry and exit numbers [3] - The expansion of visa-free access for foreign friends allows more people to experience China's rich history and culture firsthand, fostering a desire for deeper understanding of China [3] - Various international dialogue platforms, such as the World Chinese Conference and the World Sinology Conference, are becoming bridges for language, understanding, and cultural exchange [3][4]