A cultural bridge between China and the Arab world

An Identity That Started From a Unique Background

One of the most beautiful things I discovered through my journey in social media is that I can’t be just a “regular content creator.”

I am simply a mix of two cultures: a Chinese mother and an Arab mother. This combination gave me a completely different perspective on the world.

This cultural blend is not just a personal detail—it changes the entire game for anyone trying to create content instead of simply copying what already exists.

How I Create My Content

From the very beginning, I had a clear direction for my content:

• On global social media platforms:
  I create content about Chinese culture in Arabic, to help the Arab audience better understand China in a simple and accessible way.
• On Chinese social media platforms:
  I create content about Arab culture in Chinese, to introduce the Arab world to Chinese audiences in an authentic and understandable way.

For me, it has never been just about content—it has always been about translating cultures between two sides.

Media Appearances and Experience

As Yousef Yu, I had the honor of participating in several international media programs, including CGTN Radio.

These experiences strengthened my belief in the importance of cultural bridging. When you speak on global media platforms, you realize how large the gap between cultures really is—and how much genuine curiosity exists on both sides.

Examples of My Content

Sometimes I talk about simple topics that reveal deep cultural differences, such as:

• Rare products in Jordan that are popular in Asia
• Daily habits in China that are not widely understood in the Arab world
• Or Arab cultural concepts explained to Chinese audiences in a completely new way

And the same applies in Chinese media, where I often explain Arab culture in a way that breaks stereotypes and introduces a more realistic perspective.

Why I Consider Myself a “Cultural Bridge”

Because my content is not one-directional.

I don’t just present China to Arabs, nor Arabs to Chinese audiences…
I try to connect both worlds.

Honestly, this type of content is still very rare on social media today.

There are only a few people working in both directions at the same time, and even when they do, they often don’t reach a large audience.

But for me, this is not about numbers—it is about impact and meaning.

Final Thoughts

I believe that today’s digital world needs people who understand more than one culture, not just one.

Being part of both Arab and Chinese worlds gives me a responsibility:
to help each side understand the other more clearly and more honestly.

And that is what “being a cultural bridge” truly means to me.