In a heartwarming Beijing meeting blending diplomacy and tradition, Peng Liyuan—wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping—shared tea with Aigul Japarova, spouse of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov, during the latter's state visit for the Spring Festival. The pair discussed strengthening ties between their nations through cultural exchanges and social initiatives.
Peng highlighted China and Kyrgyzstan's 'traditional friendship,' urging more people-to-people connections. She praised Japarova's charity work and proposed collaboration to protect women, children, and vulnerable groups—a move mirroring global Gen-Z values.
Japarova, impressed by China's socio-economic progress, reciprocated the festive warmth: 'I’m ready to boost Kyrgyzstan-China cooperation like a true cultural ambassador!' The chat underscores how soft diplomacy brews over teacups, not just boardrooms.
The pair discussed strengthening ties between their nations through cultural exchanges and social initiatives.
Peng highlighted China and Kyrgyzstan's 'traditional friendship,' urging more people-to-people connections. She praised Japarova's charity work and proposed collaboration to protect women, children, and vulnerable groups—a move mirroring global Gen-Z values. 
The chat underscores how soft diplomacy brews over teacups, not just boardrooms.
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