Quote by Jet Li

In the States, you can buy Chinese food. In Beijing you can buy hamburger. It's very close. Now I feel the world become a big family, like a really big family. You have many neighbors. Not like before, two countries are far away.

In the States, you can buy Chinese food. In Beijing you can

Summary

This quote highlights the phenomenon of globalization, emphasizing how cultural boundaries are blurring as different cuisines become more accessible worldwide. The reference to being able to buy Chinese food in the United States and hamburgers in Beijing illustrates how diverse cuisines are now widely available and enjoyed across different countries. The quote suggests that this interconnectedness creates a sense of a "global family," where distances between nations feel shorter, and people have the opportunity to experience and appreciate various cultures more easily.

By Jet Li

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