China and me, five years from now

I arrived here in China almost three years ago. For a year, I was in the beautiful metropolitan city of Beijing, the modern capital city of China. I was there as a foreign student, studying my Chinese language at the prestigious University of International Business and Economics (UIBE). While studying there in Beijing I had the privilege to witnessed many first class developments such as the newly opened Beijing International Airport and many others. I also had the privilege to visit most of the ancient and historical sites such as the world famous the Great Wall of China, and many other beautiful sites.

The summer of 2019, after I had successfully completed and graduated from my Chinese university I came to the beautiful, rich cultural, history enriching and the old capital city of China, Xi'an city. The past two years in Xi'an I had met a lot of friendly people, traveled to many awesome and beautiful cities, tried many delicious Chinese cuisines, witnessed many great developments and progress in China.

Reading books, watching the news, analyzing and observing the people of China, I am really impressed by the way these individuals have proved themselves to be dedicated to their work and with true efforts they have set China as a successful example for other third world or developed countries. The fast growing economy, technological advancement and the global ranking educational institutes of China with high reputation makes a great aspiration to the students and professionals for the better career perspectives. Thus such kind of positivity has boosted my confidence further and I am highly satisfied with the decision I have undertaken. Moreover, China's diverse cultural norms and values, the famous gentle hospitality of its people and the great relationship between both countries, Papua New Guinea (PNG) — China all weather friendly relations since past to promote bilateral trade, acceptance and peace to both sides in great clarity makes me feel China as my second homeland; also my family fully supports my choice for China been my preference for graduate studies.

My name is Barrak Huazihembe, Chinese name is 华子赫. I am 23 years of age, come from the beautiful country called Papua New Guinea. I am an international student studying here in the prestigious Chang'an University.

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