Upon invitation, Chinese Vice President Han Zheng attended the inauguration ceremony of U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday in Washington, D.C.
As a special representative of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Han Zheng’s visit signifies a continued effort to strengthen Sino-U.S. relations during a pivotal moment in American politics.
During his stay in the United States, Vice President Han met with then U.S. Vice President-elect J.D. Vance, where they discussed prospects for bilateral cooperation and mutual interests.
Han also engaged with prominent figures in the U.S. business community, including Tesla Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk and John Thornton, Chair Emeritus of the U.S. Brookings Institution. These meetings focused on enhancing economic ties and exploring new avenues for collaboration between the Chinese mainland and the United States.
The Chinese Vice President’s participation in the inauguration and his high-level meetings underscore the importance of the Sino-U.S. relationship in addressing global challenges and fostering international cooperation.
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