Xie Feng has recently been appointed the new Chinese Ambassador to the United States by China’s President Xi Jinping. In a recent meeting with Chinese and foreign reporters at the arrival hall in JFK International Airport in New York, Xie emphasized the importance of his new role in safeguarding the interests of China and enhancing the China-U.S. exchanges and cooperation.
Xie’s appointment comes at a time when the China-U.S. relationship is facing serious difficulties and challenges. He recognizes that his appointment represents not only an honor but also enormous responsibilities. However, he is determined to carry out his responsibilities and live up to his mission with diligence and fortitude.
During his meeting, Xie referred to President Xi Jinping’s three principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation. According to Xie, these principles represent the fundamental and right way for the two countries to get along with each other in the new era. He said that he hopes the United States will move in the same direction with China, acting in the common interests of the two peoples and the world.
Xie also urged the United States to properly handle important and sensitive issues such as the Taiwan question in accordance with the principles in the three Sino-U.S. joint communiques. He emphasized the importance of enhancing dialogue, managing differences, and promoting cooperation between China and the United States. According to Xie, these actions will help bring China-U.S. relations back to the right track.
Xie Feng last worked in the United States 13 years ago, during which the world has undergone significant changes. During his appointment as the Chinese Ambassador to the United States, Xie expressed his eagerness to engage extensively with the American people from all walks of life. He will be observing and learning about the country at a close distance and exploring ways to deepen exchanges and cooperation.
Xie is also excited to make friends with the media and people from other sectors. He said that he is looking forward to working together with them to contribute to China-U.S. relations with insights and actions and courage and grit.
Overall, Xie Feng’s main mission as the new Chinese Ambassador to the United States is to safeguard the interests of China and enhance the China-U.S. exchanges and cooperation. Despite the challenges that the China-U.S. relationship is currently facing, Xie is determined to carry out his responsibilities with diligence and fortitude. He hopes that the United States will move in the same direction with China, and act in the common interests of the two peoples and the world.
