Get ready, sports fans! 🎉 China's State Councilor Shen Yiqin, representing President Xi Jinping, is heading to Paris to join the excitement of the 33rd Olympic Games' closing ceremony from August 9 to 11. 🇨🇳🇫🇷
But that's not all! After cheering on athletes in Paris, Shen will embark on a trip to Serbia from August 12 to 14, strengthening bonds between China and Serbia. 🇨🇳🤝🇷🇸
Mao Ning, spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry, shared that these visits highlight China's commitment to international sports and global friendships. \"This fully demonstrates how much China values and supports the international Olympic cause and the work of France as the Games host,\" Mao said.
Earlier this year, President Xi showed his support for Paris hosting the Olympics during his visit to France. Vice President Han Zheng kicked things off by attending the opening ceremony, and now Shen Yiqin will wrap up the festivities as a special representative. 🏆✨
On the Serbia trip, Shen plans to dive deep into discussions with Serbian leaders, focusing on cooperation, cultural exchanges, and taking China-Serbia relations to the next level. \"China and Serbia are ironclad friends,\" Mao emphasized. 🇨🇳❤️🇷🇸
These moves showcase China's dedication to building strong international ties and promoting a spirit of unity and friendship across the globe. 🌏✌️
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Xi's special representative to attend Paris Olympics' closing ceremony
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