Building bridges between China and Egypt
- Mohamed Jihad graduated from Ain Shams University in 2019 and pursued further studies in broadcasting in China.
- He became the best Chinese speaker in his class and later worked to promote Chinese culture as a foreign expert.
- His initiatives, including the 'Cairo Bike' project, demonstrate his commitment to fostering cultural exchange and understanding.
Mohamed Jihad, an Egyptian who graduated from Ain Shams University in 2019, pursued a master's degree in broadcasting and anchoring at the Communication University of China. Initially confused by the complexities of the Chinese language, he practiced extensively, eventually becoming the best speaker in his class. After graduation, he worked as a foreign expert at the China International Communication Group, focusing on promoting Chinese culture. His experiences in China inspired him to share insights on how Egypt could adopt successful models, such as the shared bike initiative, which led to the launch of the 'Cairo Bike' project. Mohamed's efforts to bridge cultural gaps included wearing Egyptian pharaoh attire during his graduation ceremony, which sparked interest among Chinese people in Egyptian culture. He aims to foster understanding between Egypt and China, believing that his role as a cultural ambassador is significant and impactful.