Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a heartfelt congratulatory letter on Monday to participants of the “Bond with Kuliang: 2024 China-U.S. Youth Festival” held in Fuzhou, Fujian Province.
In his letter, President Xi highlighted the century-long friendship between the people of China and the United States, exemplified by the historical bond with Kuliang. He expressed his pleasure at seeing young people from diverse backgrounds in both countries gathering in Fuzhou to revisit the Kuliang story, promote mutual understanding, and enhance exchanges between the two nations.
“Young people are energetic and full of dreams, and the future of China-U.S. relations lies in young people,” Xi emphasized.
He expressed hope that the youth of both countries will engage in deep exchanges, strengthen friendship, understand each other better, and work together to advance China-U.S. friendship. He encouraged them to contribute to the sound and steady growth of China-U.S. relations and to collaborate with people around the world in building peace, promoting progress, and creating prosperity.
The festival, which commenced on Monday, is co-organized by the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, the Fujian Provincial People’s Government, and the All-China Youth Federation. It aims to foster dialogue and collaboration among young leaders from both countries, focusing on cultural exchange and mutual understanding.
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Xi Jinping sends congratulatory letter to China-U.S. youth festival
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