U.S. Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns is striking a new chord in U.S.-China relations 🎵. During his recent visit to Shanghai, Burns expressed his desire to see fresh cooperation and connections between the two countries, especially in the realms of music and basketball 🏀.
On Thursday, Burns met with Shanghai Mayor Gong Zheng. The meeting was more than just diplomatic niceties; it was a harmonious exchange aimed at boosting cultural and sports ties between the two nations.
Mayor Gong reflected on his visit to the U.S. last month, emphasizing how dialogue and exchanges can hit the right notes in enhancing mutual understanding. \"By jamming together, we can create a symphony of cooperation across various sectors,\" Gong suggested.
This year marks the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the People's Republic of China and the United States. Shanghai, often seen as a bridge of friendship and cooperation, plays a pivotal role in this milestone. Mayor Gong expressed hope for further collaboration to bring the \"San Francisco Vision\" to life.
Gong also called for amplifying high-level collaboration between universities and research institutions. \"Let's think of it as a team effort, like in basketball. By working together, we can score big on innovation and shared success,\" he enthused.
With beats and baskets as the new language of diplomacy, the future looks exciting for U.S.-China relations. Here's hoping for many more cultural slam dunks and musical hits between these global giants! 🎶🤝
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U.S. Ambassador Burns eyes exchanges in music, basketball with China
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