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Bridging Cultures

From television presenter of culture news, to blogger and teacher, Andrea Mella’s different professional roles have given her a deeper knowledge of China and its culture, while at the same time helping to foster cooperation between China and Latin America.

Fond memories

Mella has gained a keen understanding of China by living in the country.

“I miss my everyday life in Beijing so much: friends and meetings at Annie’s Italian Restaurant, going to the Forbidden City, walking safely, eating Beijing duck,” Mella said from Santiago, capital of Chile, where she currently lives.

Although five years have passed since she left Beijing, she continues to

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