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The 3rd China-ROK Governors' Forum Successfully Held in Seoul
On October 29,?2025, the 3rd China-ROK Governors'?Forum, co-hosted by the Chinese People's?Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) and the Governors Association of the Republic of Korea, was successfully held in Seoul, Republic of Korea.?Yin Hong, Secretary of the CPC Jiangxi Provincial Committee; Yang Wanming, President of the CPAFFC; Chen Jing, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Shanghai Municipal People's?Congress and President of the Shanghai People's?Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries; Shan Yi, Vice Governor of Liaoning Province; Zhang Qixiang, Vice Governor of Heilongjiang Province; Muheyati Jarmuhammat, Vice Chairman of the People's?Government of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region; Yoo Jeong-bok, Mayor of Incheon and President of the Governors Association of the Republic of Korea; Kim Tae-gyun, Deputy Mayor of Seoul; Choi Min-ho, Mayor of Sejong City; Kang Ki-jung, Mayor of Gwangju; Kim Young-rok, Governor of Jeollanam-do Province; and Oh Yeong-hun, Governor of Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, attended the event and delivered remarks.?Niu Liqiang, Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in the Republic of Korea;?Yu Min-bong, Secretary-General of the Governors Association of the Republic of Korea, and representatives from subnational?governments, friendship organizations, and various sectors of two?countries, totaling about 100 people, attended the event.(Group photo of delegates from China and the ROK)With the theme "Promoting Common Development and Practical Cooperation Between the Subnational Governments of China and South Korea", the forum provided a platform for delegates from both sides to share subnational?development practices?in economy and trade, industry, science and technology, culture, tourism, and ecology. Participants also exchanged best practices in urban governance and international cooperation and put forward proposals for future collaboration.(Conference venue)Yin Hong, Secretary of the CPC Jiangxi Provincial Committee,?said that China and the ROK share broad, common interests and that strengthening friendly cooperation at all levels and across fields aligns with the trajectory of China-ROK relations and the aspirations of two?peoples. He noted that the successful convening of the 3rd China-ROK Governors'?Forum is a concrete step to implement key understandings reached by the two countries'?leaders. Introducing Jiangxi's?resource endowments, ecological strengths, investment opportunities, and advances in green development, he said Jiangxi—under the guidance of President Xi Jinping—is advancing an industrial-strengthening strategy, building a "Beautiful Jiangxi", improving people's?livelihoods, further opening up domestically and internationally, and striving to write a Jiangxi chapter of Chinese-style modernization. Jiangxi stands ready?to uphold openness and inclusiveness, further expand economic and trade cooperation and friendly exchanges with the ROK, jointly promote key industries, deepen cross-border cultural and tourism cooperation, and enhance agricultural trade—aiming for mutual benefit and shared development.Yang Wanming, President of the CPAFFC,?said that China and the ROK are close neighbors with deep cultural and people-to-people ties. Over the 33 years since diplomatic relations were established, the two sides have forged 228 sister-city partnerships, which have advanced subnational exchanges and cooperation and delivered tangible benefits to the two?peoples. Consolidating and deepening subnational?exchanges?not only strengthens public support for bilateral ties but also opens up new possibilities for future collaboration. He expressed hope that subnational governments in two?countries will be guided by the important consensus reached by the two countries'?leaders, actively implement the outcomes of President Xi Jinping's?state visit to the ROK, and foster closer, more sustainable, and more people-centered partnerships that inject fresh momentum into the China-ROK strategic cooperative partnership.Chen Jing, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Shanghai Municipal People's?Congress?and President of the Shanghai People's?Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries,?said that Shanghai is pursuing the goal of becoming a socialist modern international metropolis with global influence, adhering to a long-term vision, and continuously optimizing a world-class business environment. Embracing the people-oriented city concept, Shanghai ensures development is for and by the people, with outcomes benefiting livelihoods. He proposed further strengthening China-ROK subnational exchanges in the economy and trade, science and technology, and youth.Shan Yi, Vice Governor of Liaoning Province,?said that Liaoning lies at the heart of the Northeast Asia economic zone and serves as an important gateway for China's?opening to the east and north. Facing the ROK across the sea, Liaoning has deepened exchanges across sectors with fruitful results. He looked forward to jointly cultivating new drivers of industrial development with partners in the ROK, sharing advances in technological innovation, expanding space for open cooperation, and writing a new chapter in cultural exchange.Zhang Qixiang, Vice Governor of Heilongjiang Province,?said that Heilongjiang boasts unique agricultural strengths, abundant science and education resources, a solid industrial base, and rich tourism resources. The province is accelerating reform and opening-up, vigorously developing new-quality productive forces, and creating strong opportunities for international investors. Heilongjiang looks forward to expanding exchanges with ROK subnational governments in the economy and trade, agriculture and forestry, science and education, and youth, to achieve mutual benefit and win-win results.Muheyati Jarmuhammat, Vice Chairman of the People's?Government of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region,?said that under the guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era and the CPC's?governing policy for Xinjiang in the new era, Xinjiang has made unprecedented progress in economic and social development and in improving people's?livelihoods, entering the best development?period in its history. Xinjiang attaches great importance to friendly relations with ROK subnational governments and is ready to enhance practical cooperation across fields, raise the level of trade, and continually broaden the space for mutually beneficial cooperation.(Speeches by delegates from two?countries)Yoo Jeong-bok, Mayor of Incheon,?said that since its launch in 2016, the China-ROK Governors'?Forum has played a significant role in advancing subnational cooperation. The 2025 meeting—held on the eve of President Xi Jinping's?state visit to the ROK—carries special significance. He expressed hope that participants would engage in in-depth exchanges, learn from one another, and work together toward shared prosperity.Kim Tae-gyun, Deputy Mayor of Seoul,?presented cases of international climate-governance cooperation between Seoul and its Chinese sister cities and expressed Seoul's?readiness to deepen exchanges and cooperation with China to foster greener, more livable urban environments.Choi Min-ho, Mayor of Sejong City, said that?Sejong, the ROK's?youngest city and administrative capital, is rapidly evolving?into a modern metropolis. He looked forward to partnering with Chinese cities to build innovative industrial and garden-style cities.Kang Ki-jung, Mayor of Gwangju,?said that?Gwangju is cultivating future industries centered on artificial intelligence and hopes to cooperate with Chinese subnational governments in areas such as?"AI + smart cities", "AI + healthcare", and "AI + culture".Kim Young-rok, Governor of Jeollanam-do,?said that Jeollanam-do has strong agriculture and fisheries and rich cultural and tourism resources. With China a global leader in renewable-energy development and utilization, he expressed willingness to deepen cooperation with China in renewable energy and related fields.(Yin Hong, Secretary of the CPC Jiangxi Provincial Committee, and Yoo Jeong-bok, Mayor of Incheon and President of the Governors Association of the Republic of Korea, sign the Joint Declaration)During the meeting, the two sides signed and issued a Joint Declaration, reaching consensus on deepening cooperation in subnational?economic development, culture, tourism, education, and youth exchanges. The two sides also agreed that the 4th China-ROK Governors'?Forum will be held in China in 2027. During the event, Mayor Yoo Jeong-bok?hosted a welcome banquet for the Chinese delegation.Established in 2016 by the CPAFFC and the Governors Association of the Republic of Korea, the China-ROK Governors'?Forum serves as an important institutional platform for exchanges and cooperation among the two countries'?provincial-level governments. The previous two forums were held in Incheon and Beijing, respectively.
2025-10-30
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Chinese Delegation Attending the 3rd China-ROK Governors' Forum Pays Courtesy Call on Prime Minister Kim Min-seok of the Republic of Korea
On October?29, 2025,?the Chinese delegation attending the 3rd China-ROK Governors'?Forum paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Kim Min-seok?of the Republic of Korea (ROK) in Seoul. The delegation was led by Yin Hong, Secretary of the CPC Jiangxi Provincial Committee, and included Yang Wanming, President of the Chinese People's?Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC), as Deputy Head of Delegation; Chen Jing, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Shanghai Municipal People's?Congress and President of the Shanghai People's?Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries; Shan Yi, Vice Governor of Liaoning Province; Zhang Qixiang, Vice Governor of Heilongjiang Province; and Muheyati Jarmuhammat Muheyati Jarmuhammat, Vice Chairman of the People's?Government of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.?Niu Liqiang, Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in the ROK; Yoo Jeong-bok, Mayor of Incheon and President of the Governors Association of the Republic of Korea; Kang Ki-jung, Mayor of Gwangju; and Min Ki, Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister of the Republic of Korea, were present at the meeting.Prime Minister Kim Min-seok?extended a warm welcome to the Chinese delegation attending the Governors'?Forum. He noted that since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the ROK and China, bilateral ties have generally maintained positive momentum. He noted that?President Xi Jinping's?participation in the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders'?Meeting?and his state visit to the ROK are of great significance, adding that the ROK government attaches high importance to the visit and looks forward to substantial outcomes.Prime Minister Kim Min-seok?commended the CPAFFC?for its longstanding and active contribution to advancing people-to-people friendship and subnational exchanges between the two countries. He emphasized that stronger cooperation between subnational governments forms a solid foundation for the further development of bilateral relations. Through the joint efforts of both sides, the China-ROK Governors'?Forum?has become an effective institutional platform for subnational government?exchanges. As this year's?forum takes place on the eve of President Xi Jinping's?state visit, it carries particular significance. He expressed the hope that both sides would seize this opportunity to further deepen subnational cooperation across various fields and jointly advance the overall development of China-ROK relations.The Chinese delegation expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Kim Min-seok?for taking the time to meet with them. They noted that, over the 33 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, China-ROK ties have generally maintained a stable and positive trajectory. At this crucial stage of improvement and development, President Xi Jinping's state visit to the ROK—his first in eleven years—is expected to inject new impetus into the growth of the China-ROK strategic cooperative partnership?and elevate it to a new level.The delegation highlighted President Xi Jinping's?observation that "when China-ROK relations are good, both sides benefit; when they are not, both suffer".?They noted that the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China has outlined the blueprint for China's economic and social development during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026–2030). China will remain committed to pursuing high-quality development, deepening reform, expanding high-level opening up, and fostering new quality productive forces. The Chinese side welcomes greater investment from the ROK—particularly at the subnational level—to share development opportunities, explore new areas of cooperation, and achieve a higher level of mutual benefit and win-win results.The delegation further stressed that subnational exchange and cooperation constitute an integral part of China-ROK relations and have played a unique role in strengthening bilateral ties. The forum aims to implement the important consensus reached by?the two heads of state and to enhance the stability of bilateral relations through the certainty of subnational cooperation. Guided by the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, both sides should broaden exchanges among subnational governments, pursue pragmatic cooperation for shared development, and deepen people-to-people friendship to strengthen connectivity between peoples—thereby contributing to the steady, sound, and long-term growth of China-ROK relations.
2025-10-30
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The 7th China-U.S. Sister Cities Conference Held in Hangzhou
From October?25, 2025?to October?27,?2025, the 7th China-U.S. Sister Cities Conference, co-hosted by the Chinese People's?Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) and the People's?Government of Zhejiang Province, was held in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province.?Under the theme "Closer Cooperation for a Sustainable Future", the conference brought together over 180 participants from 36 counties and cities across 28 U.S. states, as well as over 140 representatives from 26 Chinese provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities. It was the largest and highest-level subnational exchange event between China and the United States in recent years.?Liu Jie, Governor of Zhejiang Province; Yang Wanming, President of the CPAFFC; Carol Robert López, Honorary Chair of Sister Cities International (SCI); Rob Wagner, President of the Oregon State Senate; Marc Elrich, Executive of Montgomery County, Maryland; and Victoria Woodards, Mayor of Tacoma, Washington, attended?the opening ceremony?and delivered remarks. Ambassador Xie Feng, China's?Ambassador to the United States, delivered video remarks, while the Secretary of State of Maryland, and the mayors of Denver (Colorado), Honolulu (Hawaii), and Sacramento (California) sent congratulatory letters. Yao Gaoyuan, Mayor of Hangzhou, presided over the opening ceremony.In his remarks, President Yang Wanming stated that China has always followed the three principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation in building a stable, sound, and sustainable China-U.S. relationship. These principles?form the right path for the two countries to engage with each other and serve as a guiding framework for sister-city exchanges?and cooperation. He emphasized that when bilateral relations face difficult times, it is even more important for sister cities to strengthen communication, build trust, and advance cooperation. President Yang called for joint efforts to safeguard sister-city ties and build bridges of understanding based on mutual respect; to enhance exchanges between sister cities?and build strong foundations for peaceful coexistence; and to promote practical cooperation to foster a steady current of goodwill and shared benefit. He reaffirmed that the CPAFFC will continue to leverage the conference mechanism to deepen people-to-people contacts, advance practical cooperation, and strengthen cultural exchanges?and youth friendship, contributing to the enduring and steady growth of China-U.S. relations.Governor Liu Jie of Zhejiang Province, on behalf of the Zhejiang Provincial Party Committee and Provincial Government, extended a warm welcome to all distinguished?guests. He noted that people-to-people exchanges between Zhejiang and the United States have remained vigorous over the years. Economic and trade cooperation has been mutually beneficial, sister-city partnerships dynamic, cultural exchange flourishing, and practical cooperation across various fields has yielded fruitful results. He said Zhejiang hopes to take this conference as an opportunity to further strengthen dialogue and cooperation with all sectors in the United States, share development opportunities, enhance scientific and technological collaboration, and promote mutual learning among civilizations—thus contributing to the sound and steady growth of China-U.S. relations.Ambassador Xie Feng stressed that, as President Xi Jinping has pointed out, "the hope of China-U.S. relations lies in the people, its foundation lies in people-to-people ties, its future lies in the youth, and its vitality lies in subnational engagement".?He said that sister-city and sister-state partnerships serve as key platforms embodying these four dimensions. He expressed hope that the conference would deepen mutual understanding and affinity, foster greater public support for friendship between China and the United States, and—with the warmth and energy of people-to-people connections—bridge divides and dispel the "chilling effect". He urged efforts to strengthen foundations and improve the overall relationship through subnational "micro-circulation"?that enhances the broader "macro environment"?of bilateral ties. He also called for a focus on practical cooperation to build a sustainable future for China-U.S. relations and achieve shared prosperity through mutual success.Carol Robert López?remarked that sister-city relations are a solid bridge connecting the United States and China. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations, the U.S.-China sister-city network has transformed goodwill into concrete action, providing a valuable platform for sharing experiences, strengthening friendship, and promoting cooperation—thereby adding stability to the development of bilateral relations. She expressed her hope that U.S.-China sister cities would continue to expand cooperation and create a brighter, more sustainable future for the two?peoples.Rob Wagner noted that the Oregon State Legislature was the first in the United States to formally endorse the development of friendly sister-state relations with China through legislation. Oregon has long maintained close ties with Fujian Province and Tianjin Municipality and is proud to stand at the forefront of subnational cooperation with China. He said Oregon will continue to work with Chinese provinces and cities to expand mutually beneficial collaboration in clean energy, agriculture, healthcare, and other fields.Marc Elrich?stated that sister-city relations promote cultural and educational exchanges, drive economic growth, and enhance the well-being of both peoples, thus building mutual trust and peace. Montgomery County will deepen its ties with Xi'an and other Chinese sister cities, demonstrating the power of subnational?cooperation and working together to create progress, prosperity, and peace for future generations.Victoria Woodards?said that Tacoma values its partnership with China, and its cooperation with cities such as Fuzhou has yielded fruitful results—proving that "a city's vitality lies not only in economic figures but also in its ability to build connections and grow together". She expressed Tacoma's?commitment to building bridges of communication and sharing prosperity through continued exchange with Chinese partners.Following the opening ceremony, four parallel sessions were held on educational exchange, innovation?and city development, and sustainable development. Participants held in-depth discussions and shared best practices and success stories in China-U.S. sister-city cooperation. At the closing ceremony, representatives of the two countries signed nine cooperation agreements covering sister-city partnerships, education, and economic and trade collaboration. Vice President Shen Xin of the CPAFFC presented the "Friendship Ambassador"?medal and certificate to Carol Robert Lopez?and announced the Hangzhou Consensus.?The consensus acknowledged the positive role of China-U.S. sister-city relations in deepening mutual understanding and improving people's well-being, and called on visionary individuals in two?countries to actively support and participate in sister-city cooperation amid challenges—further expanding collaboration in culture, education, and youth exchange and jointly contributing to the stable, sound, and sustainable development of China-U.S. relations.?The closing ceremony was chaired by Lu Xiaguang, Member of the Leading Party Members'?Group of the Hangzhou Municipal Government, while Huang Ping, Vice President of the China-U.S. Friendship Association, presided over the "Outstanding Case Sharing"?parallel session.On the evening of October?26, 2025,?Liu Fei, Member of the Standing Committee of the CPC Zhejiang Provincial Committee and Secretary of the CPC Hangzhou Municipal Committee, hosted a welcome banquet for the delegates. Lu Shan,?Vice Governor of Zhejiang Province,?was present at the event.During their stay in Hangzhou, delegates also visited local enterprises and educational and cultural institutions, experienced Zhejiang's rich cultural heritage, and explored prospects for future collaboration between Chinese and American cities.
2025-10-27
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Welcome Ceremony for the "China and Thailand are One Family" Friendship Motorcade Successfully Held in Beijing
On October 24, 2025, the welcome ceremony for the "China and Thailand are One Family" Friendship Motorcade, hosted by the Chinese People's?Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) and co-organized by the Beijing People's?Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries and the Beijing Olympic SportsCenter Area Administration Committee, was successfully held at the Beijing Olympic SportsCenter Area.The theme of this event was?"China and Thailand, United in Heart and Moving Forward Together".?Yang Wanming,?President of the CPAFFC and H.E Korn Dabbaransi, former Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand and President of the Thai-Chinese Friendship Association, delivered remarks at the event and presented commemorative certificates to the representatives of the motorcade.?Yuan Mindao, Vice President?of the CPAFFC;?Jiao Yutong, Vice President of the Beijing People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries; Varapote Chensavasdijai, Minister of the Royal Thai Embassy in China;?as well as representatives from the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Thailand-China?Friendship?International School, Thai enterprises in China, youth delegates, and media representatives from the two?countries—about 180 participants in total—were present at the event.President Yang Wanming extended a warm welcome to the successful arrival of the "China and Thailand are One Family" Friendship Motorcade in Beijing. He remarked that China and Thailand are "good neighbors connected by mountains and rivers, good relatives bound by blood ties, and good partners sharing a common destiny". President Xi Jinping has emphasized the importance of deepening mutual understanding and affinity between the two peoples, with a variety of activities being held to celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations, so that China-Thailand friendship will take deeper root and be passed down through generations. President Yang highlighted that the courageous and passionate "Journey of China-Thailand Friendship" vividly demonstrates the mutual understanding and closeness between the two peoples, adding brilliance to the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations and the "Golden Jubilee of China-Thailand Friendship". Looking ahead to the next "Golden Jubilee" of bilateral relations, the CPAFFC is committed to working with the Thai-Chinese Friendship Association and all sectors of two?countries to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of China and Thailand, continuing to build bridges for people-to-people exchanges, practical cooperation, cultural exchanges, and youth friendship—thus contributing to the creation of an even more stable, prosperous, and sustainable China-Thailand community with a shared future.Former Deputy Prime Minister H.E Korn Dabbaransi?expressed that the friendship between Thailand and China has endured for over a thousand years, growing stronger over time. On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries, the "China and Thailand are One Family" Friendship Motorcade completed its 5,000-kilometer journey from Bangkok to Beijing, marking a momentous and meaningful milestone. He shared his deep admiration for China's?remarkable achievements in modernization and expressed how moved the motorcade was by the warm reception received from subnational?governments and citizens along the way. H.E Korn Dabbaransi?reaffirmed that the Thai-Chinese Friendship Association?will continue its mission of friendship and work hand in hand with the CPAFFC to further strengthen the traditional bonds between the two countries and jointly open a new chapter in the "China and Thailand are One Family" story.As the motorcade arrived, the venue came alive with the sounds of drums and gongs, complemented by vibrant dragon and lion dances. Dozens of young Chinese representatives lined the route, waving the national flags of both China and Thailand in a spirited and friendly welcome.The "China and Thailand are One Family" Friendship Motorcade departed from Bangkok on October 10, 2025, passing through six Chinese provinces—Yunnan, Guizhou, Hunan, Hubei, Shaanxi, and Shanxi—spreading the message of China-Thailand friendship. It arrived in Beijing on October 23, 2025, as one of the key events marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
2025-10-25
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President Yang Wanming Meets with French Friend Vincent Lemarchand, Chairman of the Rouen-Ningbo Friendship Committee.
On 23 October 2025, President Yang Wanming of the Chinese People's?Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) met with Vincent Lemarchand, Chairman of the Rouen-Ningbo Friendship Committee, at the CPAFFC headquarters.President Yang Wanming?extended a warm welcome to?Vincent Lemarchand?on his visit to China and highlighted that since the establishment of sister-city relations between Ningbo and Rouen 35 years ago, cooperation between the two cities has flourished in multiple areas, including economy and trade, education, and culture, producing fruitful results. The partnership between these two cities has become an exemplary model of China-France sister-city cooperation. President Yang emphasized that these achievements are the result of the joint efforts of the peoples of two?cities, and that much of the success is attributable to the decades of dedication and hard work by committed individuals such as Vincent Lemarchand. He expressed the CPAFFC's pleasure in seeing the bond between Chinese and French cities deepen through exchanges and in witnessing sister-city cooperation translate into tangible benefits and shared well-being for the peoples of Rouen and Ningbo, as well as for the peoples of China?and France. President Yang affirmed that the CPAFFC will continue to support efforts that bring more visible and meaningful outcomes from such partnerships, further solidifying the public support for the enduring friendship between China and France.Vincent Lemarchand?noted that he has visited China more than 60?times since 1987. Returning for this visit on the occasion of his 83rd birthday, he expressed heartfelt gratitude for the warm reception extended by President Yang and his friends at the CPAFFC. He shared his personal experience of witnessing the significant development achievements of Chinese cities, particularly Ningbo, which he considers vivid examples of Chinese modernization in practice. As Chairman of the Rouen-Ningbo Friendship Committee, Vincent Lemarchand?pledged to continue his wholehearted commitment to promoting China-France friendship. He expressed his determination to keep serving as a bridge between the two sides and to make new contributions to strengthening the friendship between the peoples of Rouen and Ningbo, as well as between France and China.Hao Zhongwei, Director-General of the Department of European and Asian Affairs of the CPAFFC, and Bao Xianping, Director-General of the Ningbo Foreign Affairs Office, were present at the meeting.
2025-10-24
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President Yang Wanming Meets with Delegation for Japan-China Friendship Exchanges from Japan's Kyushu and Yamaguchi Region
On October?23, 2025, President Yang Wanming of the Chinese People's?Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) met with a delegation for Japan-China friendship exchanges from Japan's?Kyushu and Yamaguchi region.President Yang Wanming?extended a warm welcome to the delegation led by Moriyama Senichi, Vice President of the Japan-China Friendship Association and President of the Fukuoka Prefecture Japan-China Friendship Association. He congratulated the Japan-China Friendship Association on its 75th anniversary and expressed appreciation for the Japanese side's positive efforts in organizing the 2025 Kyushu Japan-China Friendship Exchange Conference and the China-Japan Sister Cities Exchange Event, as well as for the successful hosting of the 18th Japan-China Friendship Exchange Meeting in Japan.President Yang noted that China-Japan relations are at a crucial stage of improvement and development. Regardless of how the international, regional, or domestic situation may evolve, both sides must remain firmly anchored in the belief in China-Japan friendship and consistently promote the development of a mutually beneficial strategic relationship in the right direction. The two?countries should work together to build a constructive and stable China-Japan relationship that aligns with the demands of the new era. The CPAFFC is committed to working with the Japan-China Friendship Association and other friendly organizations from two?countries to continue the tradition of friendship, strengthen mutual belief in friendship, and foster closer exchanges and cooperation at the subnational and youth levels. This will help two?countries draw lessons from history, look towards the future, and contribute to promoting mutual understanding and friendship between the two peoples, as well as advancing the continuous improvement and development of bilateral relations.Moriyama Senichi?expressed his admiration for the CPAFFC's?long-standing commitment to promoting people-to-people exchanges and practical subnational cooperation between Japan and China. He stated that the Japan-China Friendship Associations in Kyushu and Yamaguchi have consistently advocated for peace and opposition to war. He expressed his hope that through this visit, the delegation members—particularly the youth—would gain a deeper understanding of China's?economic and social development and the richness of Chinese culture. He further hoped that this would contribute to advancing friendly exchanges between the two peoples?in various fields, especially among young people.Sun Xueqing, Vice President of the CPAFFC and?Zhu Dan, Director-General of the Department of East Asian Affairs of the CPAFFC,?were present at the meeting.
2025-10-24
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President Yang Wanming Meets with Newly Appointed Ukrainian Ambassador to China Olexander Nechytaylo
On October?22,?2025, President Yang Wanming of the Chinese People's?Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) met with Olexander Nechytaylo, the newly appointed Ambassador of Ukraine to China. The two sides held an in-depth exchange of views on matters?of mutual interest, including China-Ukraine relations, people-to-people exchanges, and subnational cooperation.President Yang Wanming?congratulated Ambassador Olexander Nechytaylo?on his appointment and highlighted the longstanding friendship between China and Ukraine. He noted that the two countries established a strategic partnership as early as 2011. Since the beginning of 2024, Minister of Foreign Affairs?Wang Yi has met with the?Ukrainian counterpart four times, engaging in in-depth discussions on major issues, which has created favorable conditions for consolidating and enhancing bilateral exchanges across various fields. China regards Ukraine as a friend and partner and has always taken a long-term approach to the development of bilateral relations. China is ready to work together with Ukraine to expand practical cooperation and further advance the bilateral relationship. The CPAFFC attaches great importance to its exchanges with Ukraine and is eager to work closely with the Ukrainian Embassy in China to strengthen cooperation in areas such as culture, youth, and subnational government exchanges.Ambassador Olexander Nechytaylo?expressed his admiration for China's?remarkable achievements in economic development and environmental protection. He noted that the peoples of Ukraine and China have maintained a longstanding friendship, and that cooperation between the two countries has never ceased, providing tangible benefits to the two peoples. He praised the CPAFFC for its significant efforts and contributions to enhancing the friendship between the two peoples. He expressed the willingness of the Ukrainian Embassy in China to deepen its cooperation with the CPAFFC and to further unlock the potential for subnational cooperation. Ambassador Olexander Nechytaylo?emphasized the importance of strengthening collaboration in the fields of culture, art, and education, thereby enriching the substance of the bilateral friendship.Chen Lei, Deputy Director-General of the Department of European and Asian Affairs of the CPAFFC, and Kovhanko,?Counselor of the Embassy of Ukraine in China, were?present at the meeting.
2025-10-23
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President Yang Wanming Meets with Newly Appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to China Roh Jae-heon
On October?22,?2025, President Yang Wanming of the Chinese People's?Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) met with Roh Jae-heon, the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Korea (ROK) to China, at the CPAFFC.President Yang Wanming?congratulated Ambassador Roh Jae-heon?on his new appointment and emphasized that China and the ROK are important neighbors and cooperation partners. Over the 33 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, the two countries have achieved substantial results in exchanges and cooperation across various fields, benefiting both nations and their peoples. In June this year, during a phone call between President Xi Jinping and President Lee Jae-myung, President Xi Jinping highlighted that a sound, stable, and steadily deepening China-ROK relationship aligns with the trends of the times, serves the fundamental interests of two?peoples, and contributes to peace, stability, and prosperity in the region and globally. President Yang noted that China-ROK relations are currently at a crucial stage of improvement and development. The CPAFFC will continue to work closely with the ROK side to implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, stay true to the original aspiration of establishing diplomatic relations,?remain committed to the principles of good-neighborliness and friendship, and uphold the goal of mutual benefit and win-win cooperation. He emphasized the importance of continuously enhancing mutual understanding and trust, expanding mutually beneficial cooperation, deepening friendship between the two peoples, and elevating the China-ROK strategic cooperative partnership to new heights.Ambassador Roh Jae-heon?expressed his gratitude to the CPAFFC for its long-standing role at the forefront of people-to-people exchanges between China and the ROK, making positive contributions to deepening practical cooperation and fostering goodwill between the two countries. He stated that he chose the CPAFFC as his first official visit after assuming office to acknowledge its important work. Ambassador Roh Jae-heon?emphasized that the establishment of diplomatic relations between the ROK and China was a historic achievement, jointly led by the leaders of two?countries. Since then, the bilateral relationship has made remarkable progress, which is rare in international relations. He expressed hope that the upcoming APEC meeting in Gyeongju would serve as an opportunity for significant high-level exchanges, guiding the future development of bilateral relations. The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in China is ready to strengthen cooperation with the CPAFFC and carry out more joint projects in areas such as subnational government, youth, and culture, further advancing the positive and steady development of ROK-China relations.Zhu Dan, Director-General of the Department of East Asian Affairs of the CPAFFC, and Ryu In-sik, Counselor of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in China, were?present at the meeting.
2025-10-23
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President Yang Wanming Meets with the Delegation of U.S. Washington State Legislators
On October 22, 2025, President Yang Wanming of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) met with Senator Stephen Jeff Wilson, Representative Chris Corry, and Representative John Ley?of Washington State, the U.S., at the CPAFFC.President Yang Wanming?fondly recalled his two visits to Washington State in recent years, noting that the state has deep historical ties with China and has consistently prioritized developing strong relations with China. Cultural exchanges between two sides have become increasingly frequent, and economic and trade cooperation has steadily deepened. In July of last year, the 6th China-U.S. Sister Cities Conference was successfully held in Tacoma, Washington, with remarkable results. President Yang emphasized that subnational exchanges and cooperation are an essential component of China-U.S. relations, bringing tangible benefits to the two?peoples. Although China-U.S. relations are currently facing some challenges, President Yang stressed that, in the long term, cooperation will remain the central theme of bilateral ties. He expressed his hope that the visit of the Washington State legislators'?delegation would help the state continue to lead in subnational exchanges with China and further strengthen cooperation with Chinese provinces and cities in areas such as economy and trade, education, culture, youth, and sports, thereby bringing real benefits to the two peoples.Senator Stephen Jeff Wilson?and his delegation expressed their gratitude to the CPAFFC for the warm reception. They stated that the Washington State attaches great importance to cooperation with China and looks forward to establishing more sister-city relationships with Chinese provinces and cities. They commended China's?remarkable achievements in economic development and environmental governance in recent years. The delegation emphasized that the common interests between the U.S.?and China far outweigh differences, and that the two countries should enhance exchanges, learn from each other, and make progress together. Regardless of how the broader China-U.S. relationship evolves, Washington State's commitment to fostering friendly relations with China will remain unwavering. The delegation expressed their readiness to collaborate with China in strengthening economic and trade exchanges, cultural exchanges, and youth friendships.Shen Xin, Vice President of the CPAFFC and Sun Tao, Director-General of the Department of American and Oceanian Affairs of the CPAFFC, were?present at the meeting.
2025-10-22
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President Yang Wanming Meets with President of the Oregon State Senate Rob Wagner and His Delegation
On October?21, 2025, President Yang Wanming of the Chinese People's?Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) met with Rob Wagner, President of the Oregon State Senate, and his delegation at the CPAFFC.President Yang Wanming?extended a warm welcome to?President Rob Wagner and his delegation to China, noting that Oregon has consistently been at the forefront of subnational exchanges between China and the United States. Over the years, the state has maintained close and productive relations with its sister provinces and cities in China, including Fujian Province and Tianjin Municipality. The Oregon State Senate recently passed a resolution to promote friendship with China and has revitalized the Oregon?China Sister State Relations Committee. This visit, led by President Rob Wagner—the first by a U.S. state senate president to China since the COVID-19 pandemic—spanning ten Chinese cities, highlights Oregon's?deep commitment and ongoing efforts to strengthen friendship and cooperation with China, injecting new momentum into subnational exchanges between the two countries.President Yang emphasized that, despite the current challenges in China-U.S. relations, there remains a strong desire for engagement at the subnational level, with tremendous potential for cooperation. The CPAFFC has long been dedicated to facilitating practical cooperation platforms for subnational governments, people-to-people exchanges, and youth interactions between China and the United States. Later this month, the 7th China-U.S. Sister Cities Conference will be held in Hangzhou, which has received enthusiastic registrations and active participation from both sides. President Yang expressed hope that President Rob Wagner would share valuable insights on sister-city cooperation at the conference, contributing to mutual understanding, strengthening the foundation of friendship, and deepening cooperation across various fields.President Rob Wagner expressed his gratitude to the CPAFFC for the warm reception extended to the delegation. He noted that Oregon has a long and rich history of exchanges with China, and that the Oregon State Legislature is the only state legislature in the U.S.?to have formally established the development of a friendly relationship with China through legislation. He remarked that this visit would further deepen exchanges between Oregon and various regions of China, creating new opportunities for cooperation across a wide range of fields.Shen Xin, Vice President of the CPAFFC and?Sun Tao, Director-General of the Department of American and Oceanian Affairs of the CPAFFC, were present at the meeting.
2025-10-22
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