On October 16, 2026, Ambassador Yan Jiarong met with Julien Believe, Bahamian Cultural Ambassador-at-Large and renowned musician.

Believe shared his experiences participating in the 2026 “Latin America and the Caribbean Arts Season”in China. He fondly recalled his performances, visits to schools and local communities, and joyful moments singing and dancing with the Chinese people. He said he was deeply impressed by the warmth and hospitality of the Chinese people and the openness and inclusiveness of Chinese culture. He expressed his willingness to continue using music as a bridge to promote cultural and people-to-people exchanges between The Bahamas and China.

Ambassador Yan congratulated Believe on the success of the event and exchanged views with him on deepening bilateral cooperation, promoting people-to-people exchanges, and advancing the development of The Bahamas’ orange economy. She highlighted the profound heritage and inclusive nature of Chinese culture and elaborated on the essence of the Global Civilization Initiative. She encouraged Believe to build on his strengths and make greater contributions to fostering mutual understanding between the peoples of China and The Bahamas and advancing their friendship.