Chinese embassy in US holds Chinese New Year online reception, symphony concert
By Li Zhiwei
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Washington (People's Daily) –The Chinese embassy in US held on Thursday the 2021 Chinese New Year online reception and symphony concert.

Cui Tiankai, Chinese Ambassador to the US, said that this year is the Year of the Ox. In the Chinese culture, the ox symbolizes stamina, energy and dedication.

“Standing at the beginning of a new year, I hope that we will show the spirit of the ox and work together for a better shared future, for the Chinese and American people and people of the world,” he said.

Cui reiterated that faced with a severe recession caused by COVID-19, countries must enhance macroeconomic policy coordination to fend off economic and financial risks. China will stay committed to the win-win strategy of opening-up and economic globalization, and work with the United States and other countries to inject confidence and energy into the global economy.

Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra gives a Chinese New Year performance. (Photo: Chinese Embassy to the US)

The top Chinese diplomat in the US pointed out that 2021 marks the 50th anniversary of Dr. Henry Kissinger’s first secret visit to China and Ping-pong Diplomacy. Over the past five decades, China and the U.S. have risen above ideological differences and Cold War confrontation and made great strides in their relations. This has not only positively impacted both countries, but also changed the world. “As we bid farewell to the past year, we should look to the future, and work together to realize the sound and stable development of China-U.S. relations,” said Cui.

The embassy invited the Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra to perform for overseas Chinese in the US and audiences around the world. SZSO was founded in 1982, enjoys a high level of excellence and a rising international profile, aiming to become a leading orchestra in Asia with an international influence.