On May 9, the second “Academic Mixer” networking event took place in Chengdu. Organized by the Delegation of the European Union to China, in cooperation with the Consulates of France, Germany, Italy, Austria, Hungary and Spain, and the Jean Monnet Center of Excellence at Sichuan University, the event brought together a group of European and Chinese scholars and researchers to share ideas and experiences. Jorge Toledo, Ambassador of the European Union to China, addressed the participants via video. He expressed acknowledged the collaborative spirit of the European and Chinese researchers and scholars: "Your dedication to knowledge and innovation is crucial, and I am delighted that the Academic Mixer can provide a platform for networking and the exchange of ideas. I hope that fruitful discussions will emerge, strengthening the ties in the field of research and academia."