Chinese President Xi Jinping recently responded to letters from students at 10 American universities. The students had written to him after participating in youth exchanges in China. According to the Xinhua news agency, President Xi expressed his delight in learning that the students had a memorable and enjoyable trip in China. He was pleased to hear that they appreciated Chinese civilization and hoped for friendly cooperation between China and the US.
The students, who attended the "2026 Future Makers" China-US youth exchange for a shared future in the Asia-Pacific region, shared their experiences and what they gained from the program. They expressed their willingness to contribute to enhancing friendship between the two nations. President Xi noted that young people in China and the US share the same planet and are tasked with shaping the future together.
President Xi expressed his hope that the students would join the large group of young people in both countries working to promote friendly cooperation between China and the US. He encouraged them to work together to enhance mutual understanding and rapprochement between the two peoples. This, he said, would ensure the stable and long-term development of bilateral relations.
The letters from the students were from Harvard University and nine other American universities. They wrote to President Xi to share their experiences and express their willingness to contribute to promoting friendship between China and the US. The students participated in various exchange activities in China, including the youth exchange program.
President Xi's response reflects China's commitment to strengthening ties with the US, particularly among young people. The Chinese government has been promoting people-to-people exchanges between the two nations to foster greater understanding and cooperation. The president's engagement with the students demonstrates the importance China places on these exchanges.
The exchange program is part of China's efforts to build bridges between the two nations. By engaging with young people, China aims to promote a more positive and cooperative relationship with the US. The program provides opportunities for students to learn about Chinese culture and share their own experiences with their Chinese counterparts.
The response from President Xi is seen as a positive step in strengthening China-US relations. The engagement between the two nations, particularly among young people, is crucial for promoting mutual understanding and cooperation. The exchange program is expected to continue, with more students from both countries participating in future exchanges.
Key points
- President Xi Jinping responded to letters from students at 10 US universities who participated in youth exchanges in China.
- The students expressed their appreciation for Chinese civilization and their hope for friendly cooperation between China and the US.
- President Xi encouraged the students to work together to promote mutual understanding and rapprochement between the two peoples.
