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Xi meets 2nd China-US governors' forum attendees
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Chinese and U.S. governors, calling for deeper regional cooperation between the two countries. Xi encouraged Chinese provinces and U.S. states to work more closely in traditional sectors like agriculture and advance cooperation in new areas such as energy conservation, environmental protection, new energy, urban planning and infrastructure. U.S. governors Terry Branstad of Iowa, Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker and Virginia Governor Robert McDonnell also called for cooperation in these industries.
Outcomes:
Xi hailed the China-U.S. governors' forum as an important mechanism for regional cooperation. Xi encouraged Chinese provinces and U.S. states to work more closely in traditional sectors like agriculture and advance cooperation in new areas such as energy conservation, environmental protection, new energy, urban planning and infrastructure.
Government?:
Yes
Type of Exchange:
business
diplomatic
Partners:
Chinese government
U.S. State Governments
Sponsor(s):
Chinese Government
Participants (Types):
governors, politicians
Exchange Date:
Monday, April 15, 2013 to Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Continuing:
No
Image:
Level of Government:
national
state/provincial
Location:
Beijing
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