The world belongs to you as well as to us, but in the last analysis, it is yours.

On November 17, 1957, Chairman Mao Zedong delivered this speech at Moscow State University while meeting with Chinese students studying in the Soviet Union. The occasion was the 40th anniversary celebration of the October Revolution. China had sent a large delegation to the Soviet Union, including thousands of Chinese students studying there. In his speech, Chairman Mao expressed his high hopes for the younger generation, pointing out that the construction of the future world would depend on young people.

This statement embodies the trust and entrustment of the older generation of revolutionaries to the younger generation. "The world is yours" emphasizes that young people have unlimited futures and possibilities; "as well as ours" indicates that the older generation still bears the responsibility of current world construction; "but in the final analysis, it is yours" clearly points out the inevitable law of historical development - that young people will eventually take over the baton and become the masters of the future world. This is not only encouragement for the youth, but also a profound understanding of historical laws.

In the auditorium of Moscow University, facing the vibrant Chinese students, Mao expressed his earnest expectations for young people with these words.aFrom November 2 to 21, 1957, Mao Zedong led a Chinese party and government delegation to visit the Soviet Union to participate in the 40th anniversary celebration of the October Revolution. On November 17, the main auditorium of Moscow State University was packed to capacity. More than 3,000 Chinese students studying in the Soviet Union came from all directions to hear Chairman Mao's speech. Standing on the podium of the auditorium, Chairman Mao faced these young students who were studying hard far away from their motherland and said this famous quote with deep emotion. The scene erupted in thunderous applause, and many students were moved to tears. It is said that most of the Chinese students present at that time later became the backbone of various fields in China, including Li Peng, who later served as the country's leader.

This statement has become a classic quote inspiring Chinese youth, influencing the growth trajectory of several generations of intellectuals since the founding of the People's Republic of China. In the following decades, whenever the country faced major historical junctures, this quote would be brought up again to inspire young people to take on heavy responsibilities. From "educated youth going to the countryside" to "going into business" after the reform and opening up, to technological innovation in the new century, this statement has always been the spiritual driving force for Chinese youth's struggle. It has also become an important cultural symbol in China's foreign exchanges, demonstrating to the world China's emphasis on young talents.

Young people can practice the spirit of this statement from the following aspects: 1. Establish a sense of ownership: Take initiative in learning and work, without waiting, depending, or shirking responsibilities. 2. Strengthen capacity building: Continuously learn new knowledge and master new skills according to the needs of future society, especially interdisciplinary abilities. 3. Cultivate international perspective: In the context of globalization, be locally grounded while possessing international competitiveness, becoming a bridge connecting China and the world. 4. Be brave in innovation and practice: Boldly innovate based on the experience of predecessors, exploring new paths in technological innovation, business models, and social governance. 5. Undertake social responsibility: Closely integrate personal development with national needs and social progress, realizing life value in solving practical problems.