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In 2026, "Becoming Chinese" became more than a hashtag. It turned into a global cultural phenomenon. From drinking hot water to embracing traditional Chinese medicine, from morning market walks to falling in love with Sichuan cuisine – for Emma from Northern Ireland, this isn't performance. It's everyday life. What does it really mean to "become Chinese"? And who gets to define it? (Video courtesy of International Broadcasting Center of Chengdu Radio and Television)
In 2026, "Becoming Chinese" became more than a hashtag. It turned into a global cultural phenomenon. From drinking hot water to embracing traditional Chinese medicine, from morning market walks to falling in love with Sichuan cuisine – for Emma from Northern Ireland, this isn't performance. It's everyday life. What does it really mean to "become Chinese"? And who gets to define it? (Video courtesy of International Broadcasting Center of Chengdu Radio and Television)