At the 27th General Conference of the International Council of Museums in Dubai, officials and scholars emphasized the pivotal role of museums as custodians of civilization. The event, the largest global gathering of museum professionals, highlighted the importance of integrating new technologies and engaging younger generations to protect cultural heritage and foster mutual understanding among civilizations. Hala Badri, Director-General of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority and chairwoman of the conference’s organizing committee, underscored the shared commitment to leveraging digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), and virtual interaction to create inclusive and impactful cultural experiences. Harith Al Battashi, an expert from the National Museum of Oman, stressed that attracting and nurturing young talent is central to museums’ missions. He praised the Chinese video game *Black Myth: Wukong* as a groundbreaking example of how cultural heritage can be promoted globally through youth-centric mediums. The game, which integrates Chinese folklore, has sparked international interest and bridged the gap between tradition and modern youth culture. At the conference, Zhejiang University’s Department of Cultural Heritage showcased the International Alliance of Teaching Museology in Universities, an initiative aimed at advancing global museum education and professional training. The alliance, comprising nearly 20 members from East Asia, Europe, and North America, seeks to foster collaboration with Middle Eastern universities to develop a more open museology education system. Chinese companies like Bangda Group also demonstrated their innovative solutions for cultural relic preservation, including earthquake-resistant storage facilities with real-time environmental monitoring. Omar Al Kaabi, an official from Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism, announced the upcoming opening of the Zayed National Museum, which will utilize VR and AI technologies to showcase the UAE’s rich cultural history. He expressed openness to adopting Chinese technologies for heritage protection and promotion.