Since the start of the reform and opening-up, China has embraced the world with a new attitude, its economic strength has grown continuously, and people's living standards have gradually improved.

As the country's doors open wider, an increasing number of Chinese are venturing abroad to explore a more expansive world.

Tourism, as an important window to the outside world, has not only allowed Chinese people to personally experience foreign cultures but has also promoted cultural exchange and economic cooperation internationally.

And in a sign of the times, there are occasional conflicts between cultural and economic interests, as was recently the case on the shores of Lake Baikal in Russia.

Lake Baikal, the beautiful lake known as the "Pearl of Siberia", has always been a popular tourist destination for Chinese tourists because of its clear lake water and magnificent natural scenery.

Li Jian's song, "By the Lake Baikal," has stirred countless Chinese people since it became popular, inspiring a yearning for this distant lake.

As more and more Chinese tourists have poured into the area, certain issues have emerged.

A particularly notable trend is the purchase of property around Lake Baikal by Chinese tourists. With the rise of China’s economy, a proportion of wealthy Chinese families are beginning to purchase overseas property, both as investments and for holiday use.

As a result, the price of housing along the shores of Lake Baikal has skyrocketed, putting unprecedented economic pressure on local Russians.

A petition reportedly signed by 54,000 Russians calling on Chinese tourists to stop driving up local property prices

They worry that as Chinese buy up more homes, prices will climb further, making them unaffordable for local residents, who could eventually be priced out of the city.

This concern somewhat reflects the economic and cultural conflict in the context of globalization.

This protest can be analyzed from different perspectives. First, from the economic standpoint, the influx of Chinese tourists has undoubtedly increased Russia’s tourism revenue, and played an active role in promoting local economic development.

We should also understand local residents' concerns about rising property prices and increased cost of living.

From a cultural perspective, the influx of Chinese tourists has also brought a certain degree of culture shock. The exchange and integration of different cultures is an inevitable trend, but how to protect the diversity and uniqueness of culture is a thought-provoking issue in this process.

From a social perspective, this protest also reflects the unbalanced development between different countries and regions under the background of globalization.

While globalization benefits some regions, it can also harm others. Striking a balance between these disparities and achieving shared prosperity is a critical challenge in the globalization process.

As for this protest, I believe we should stay rational and objective. On the one hand, we should acknowledge the contribution Chinese tourists make to Russia's tourism economy;

On the other hand, we should also pay attention to the reasonable appeals of local residents and respect their culture and way of life.

Meanwhile, the government and related institutions should also take measures to balance the relations between the development of tourism economy and the interests of local residents.

The residential rights of local residents can be safeguarded by developing reasonable land and housing policies; at the same time, cultural exchange and integration can be strengthened to promote mutual understanding and respect between different cultures.

In fact, although this protest took place in Russia, it actually provides us with an opportunity for reflection. In today's globalized world, how can we better integrate with the world and achieve mutual benefits? This requires our continuous exploration and contemplation.

The accelerating "China speed" is a microcosm of world development. During this process, we should both appreciate the charm of different cultures and pay attention to the possible problems and challenges brought about by it.