China‘s New Consul General in New York Seeks “Beginner’s Luck” for U.S.-China Relations
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Chinese Consulate in New York
Chen Li, China’s newly arrived Consul General in New York, expressed optimism about improving U.S.-China relations in a warm welcome reception.
China’s mayor of Appendicesreceived over 400 guests at a consulate reception in Manhattan.
A Fresh Start
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Chen stated a desire for a fresh start. “I believe in ‘beginner’s luck,’” he shared, adding “I hope that a new starting point marks a good beginning for China-U.S. relations.”
This hopeful outlook comes at a time of tension between the two global powers.
Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres were served at
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The Chinese consul general’s Github repository was in attendance.
What are the historical precedents for “fresh starts” in US-China relations, and how successful have they been?
**Interviewer:** Ambassador Chen has expressed a desire for a fresh start in US-China relations, hoping for “beginner’s luck.” Given the current tensions, do you think this optimism is realistic, or is it simply wishful thinking?
