Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng attended the memorial service for former U.S. President Jimmy Carter at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday. Carter, who served as the 39th president from 1977 to 1981, passed away on December 29, 2024, at the age of 100. 🕊️
In addition to his attendance, Ambassador Xie visited the U.S. Department of State to express his condolences and sympathy for Carter's passing. In a heartfelt message within a book of condolences, Xie praised Carter as a key figure in establishing China-U.S. diplomatic relations. He noted that Carter's efforts significantly contributed to the development of bilateral ties and the friendly exchanges and cooperation between the two nations.
\"To this day, the people of the two countries and the world are still enjoying the dividends of peace and development brought by the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the United States,\" Xie wrote. \"The Chinese people will always remember him.\" 🌟
The memorial service featured dignitaries from around the world, honoring Carter's legacy and his impact on international relations.
