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Giant Pandas, Icons of China’s Soft Diplomacy, Arrive in Atlanta
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- Sep 28, 2026, 8:10 AM UTC
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During his September 23-25 state visit to the United States, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced two initiatives that attracted global attention: China
Ping Ping And Fu Shuang Depart For Atlanta On 15-Hour Flight
Two giant pandas sent by China arrived at Zoo Atlanta, reviving Beijing’s ‘panda diplomacy’ — using the animals as symbols of friendship and soft power. From diplomatic gifts to long-term loans, pandas have played a role in China’s ties with countries including the US.