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Culture Exchange Pivotal to China-U.S. Relationship

The two-week 2014 Smithsonian Folklife Festival have attracted about one million visitors this year to see the living traditions in China. As a Chinese folk art festival closed in Washington on Sunday, burgeoning cultural exchanges between China and the United States has been deemed a more active and pivotal role in promoting bilateral ties.
Outcomes: 
The success showed the Westerners' acceptance and understanding for the colorful Chinese culture, experts said, adding it will promote the cultural exchanges between Beijing and Washington.
Source: 

http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/culture/2014-07/07/c_133466102.htm

Government?: 
No
Type of Exchange: 
culture
Partners: 
Smithsonian
Participants (Types): 
Museum visitors
Exchange Date: 
Monday, July 7, 2014
Continuing: 
No
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Location: 
Washington, DC
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