In a significant gesture, Chinese Premier Xi Jinping conveyed his message to participants of the 14th China-U.S. Tourism Leadership Summit held in the historic city of Xi'an, Shaanxi Province.
This year marks the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the United States, a milestone that Xi highlighted in his address. \"The foundation of China-U.S. relations was laid by the people,\" he stated, emphasizing the pivotal role of individuals in forging strong bilateral ties.
Xi underscored the critical role of tourism as a bridge for cultural and personal interaction between the two nations. He warmly welcomed U.S. tourists to explore China, encouraging them to gain firsthand experiences that foster mutual understanding and appreciation.
Expressing his hopes for the summit, Xi called on participants from various sectors to utilize this platform to deepen exchanges and build consensus. He advocated for leveraging tourism cooperation to enhance people-to-people connections, sustain friendship, and transform the San Francisco vision of China-U.S. relations into reality.
As the summit progresses, both nations appear committed to strengthening their partnership through meaningful interactions and collaborative initiatives in the tourism sector.
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Xi Jinping sends message to 14th China-U.S. Tourism Leadership Summit
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