China’s New Ambassador to US Arrives in New York, Acknowledges Serious Challenges in Relations

China’s New Ambassador to US Arrives in New York, Acknowledges Serious Challenges in Relations
Xie Feng, China's new ambassador to the U.S., arrives at JFK airport in New York on May 23, 2023. Reuters/Brendan McDermid
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Xie Feng, China’s new ambassador to the United States, arrived in New York on May 23, at a time when both nations have indicated the desire to thaw frosty relations.

Xie addressed the media in English at John F. Kennedy International Airport, stating that he is aiming to enhance U.S.–China relations at a time of “serious difficulties and challenges.”