In a heartwarming tea break in Beijing, Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese leader Xi Jinping, and Rachel Ruto, wife of Kenyan President William Ruto, shared an engaging conversation that celebrated longstanding friendship between the two regions.
During the meeting, Peng highlighted the fruitful cooperation in education, sports, and agriculture, while also spotlighting China’s achievements in targeted poverty alleviation. She expressed her hope that both sides would exchange ideas to jointly advance poverty alleviation efforts and promote initiatives for women and children.
Accompanying President Ruto on his state visit, Rachel spoke passionately about her work in empowering women and supporting women’s entrepreneurship. She praised Peng’s consistent dedication to strengthening social welfare and advancing the cause of women and children in Africa, including in Kenya.
This delightful tea talk not only reinforced mutual respect and shared visions but also emphasized the power of cultural and people-to-people exchanges in building a better, more connected future. Cheers to friendship and collaborative growth! ☕🤝🌍
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