We Talk: When Chengdu meets Montpellier – a tale of two cities

Chengdu and Montpellier are key economic hubs in their respective countries. Chengdu is in China's southern and western region, and Montpellier is a major industrial, commercial and Mediterranean logistics center in southern France. Over 44 years as sister cities, they have expanded cooperation in education, trade, healthcare, sports and more.

In this episode, Vigdis Morisse, a Chinese language teacher from France, strolls through Montpellier, exploring the city's rhythm and speaking with locals about their daily pastimes. Meanwhile, in Chengdu, Celine, a French-language student, demonstrates the city's famously "laid-back" lifestyle. Drawing from her experiences in both places, Morisse compares their cultures and everyday life, from the pleasant climate and rich cultural scenes to the warmth of the people. Though separated by thousands of miles, both Chengdu and Montpellier share a similar sense of charm and quality of life.