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President Lin Songtian?gave an interview to CCTV International Channel on April 17th, where he replied to questions concerned taking unique advantage of people-to-people diplomacy to serve the fight against COVID-19 at home as well as the international cooperation.Lin said, the COVID-19 outbreak is a dangerous threat to the life and health of Chinese people and people of the world, and it is a global battle between human and nature. Since its outbreak, over 80 countries, 160 foreign friendship cities, friendship organizations and international friends wrote and called at the first time to express their sympathy to Chinese people and donated generously large quantities of face masks, protective suits and medical equipments etc. which were badly needed in the fight against COVID-19. They offered precious support in the most difficult time of Chinese people, during which many touching stories of people-to-people friendship emerged. They made important and valuable contributions for our rapid containment of the spreading of the epidemic, winning the battle against the epidemic by mobilizing all resources?and blocking the spread of the virus.Lin said, since the time between the end of February and the beginning of March, the situation of COVID-19 outbreak has reversed and spread rapidly all over the world, confronting the peoples of different countries with severe threat to their lives and health. With deep sympathy, upholding the idea of building a community of a shared future for mankind and carrying forward the traditional virtue of Chinese nation: Receiving drips of water when in need, and I shall return the kindness with a spring, the Chinese people moved very fast out of the urgent need of other people in the world. Various municipal governments sent their sympathy to the foreign cities with serious outbreak, donated in huge amount of supplies of epidemic prevention and containment, assembled medical teams and held remote video conferences sharing effective Chinese experiences in fighting COVID-19 etc. Well-known domestic enterprises including Alibaba and other social organizations gave full use of their own advantages or through CPAFFC to make donations generously, which contributed the civil strength of China to blocking the spreading of the virus. It showed the?major country’s righteous?outlook to serve the world in need and has won the recognition and praise of the international community.Lin said, the COVID-19 is a common enemy of mankind.?In this unprecedented global crisis concerning life and health of people, non-governmental diplomacy has built the bridge of support and standing together in difficult times between Chinese people ?and people of the world with its direct, convenient and flexible advantages. It demonstrates the spirit of unity, understanding and sharing weal and woe between Chinese people and people of the world. In this tough fight of uniting Chinese people and people of the world against COVID-19, Chinese enterprises, organizations, citizens have all passed the test and become the representatives of Chinese non-governmental diplomacy, helping the international community to understand china as well as Chinese people more objectively, more reasonably and multi-dimensionally.Lin expressed, Chinese people-to-people diplomacy in the new era is a hard task but a glorious mission with a new historical opportunity. CPAFFC shall always take the Xi Jinping’s thoughts on socialism with Chinese characteristics and his thoughts on diplomatic work as guidance. We shall commit ourselves to the missions?of?leading people-to-people diplomacy, serving as the mainstay in public diplomacy and promoting exchanges between Chinese and foreign local governments. We shall actively mobilize the resources and positivity of local governments, enterprises, friendly organizations, celebrities both at home and abroad to expand the people-to-people diplomacy comprehensively in order to better serve the overall situation of diplomacy and to contribute bigger strength to promotion of building a common community of a shared future for mankind.

On April 9, 2020, the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries National Council held its Executive Council conference to pass a decision that Lin Songtian, former ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to the Republic of South Africa, succeeds Mdme Li Xiaolin as member of the Executive Council and president of the Association.ResumeLin Songtian, male, born in Fujian Province, May 1960. University graduate.1986-1989 ?Staff member, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China1989-1990 ?Attaché, Commercial Representation of the People's Republic of China in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia1990-1993 ?Attaché and Third Secretary, Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia1993-1999 ?Third Secretary, Deputy Director and Director, Department of Personnel, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China1999-2002 ?Counselor, Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Zambia2002-2003 ?Senior Counselor at Deputy Director General Level, Department of African Affairs, Ministry of?Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China2003-2007 ?Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to the Republic of Liberia2007-2008 ?Deputy Director General, Department of Personnel, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China2008-2010 ?Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to the Republic of Malawi2010-2014 ?Director General, Department of Foreign Affairs Management, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China2014-2017 ?Director General, Department of African Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China2017-2020 ?Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to the Republic of South Africa（deputy ministerial level）2020-? ? ? ? ? President of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries

? ? President Li Xiaolin met with representatives from US subnational organizations?and?discussed on strengthening China-US sub-national exchanges?and?cooperation in Washington D.C., United States on January 16, including Tiffany Shackelford, Chief Strategic Officer of National Governors Association (NGA), Roger-Mark De Souza, President?and?CEO of Sister Cities International (SCI), Carol Lopez, Chairwoman Elect of SCI, Tim Quigley, Former Chairman of SCI, Andy Karellas, Representative of Council of State Government in D.C.? ? President Li viewed China-US subnational exchanges as an important part in the bilateral relations, which played positive role in promoting mutual understanding?and?friendship as well as deepening practical cooperation between our two peoples. At the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations, the two sides should jointly identify areas?where?we could expand existing cooperation?or?start new cooperation. CPAFFC would?like?to work closely with US organizations?like?NGA?and?SCI to co-host China-US Governors Forum?and?China-US Sister Cities Conference in 2019 so as to enrich the content of China-US subnational exchanges.? ? Leadership of US subnational organizations said that a number of new governors?and?elected officials took office after the mid-term election. Though US-China relationship is faced with difficulties at the moment, US states?and?cities are still enthusiastic?and?positive towards cooperation with China. The two sides should enhance mutual understanding in areas of history, culture?and?youth exchange. They expressed the good will to continue working with CPAFFC in driving forward trade?and?investment cooperation?and?people-to-people exchanges between our two countries.? ? ?? ? ?? ? ?? ? ?? ? ?

?On July 26th, President Li Xiaolin of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries(CPAFFC) met with Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds from U.S.. CPAFFC Vice President Xie Yuan attended the meeting.President Li said that sub-national exchanges?and?cooperation has become one of the major driving forces of China-U.S. relations. CPAFFC has played a big role in pushing forward sub-national collaborations between the two countries. The state of Iowa?and?China enjoy more than 30 years of active exchanges?and?deep-rooted friendship. She hoped that under the leadership of Governor Reynolds, Iowa will continue to play a leading role in economy?and?trade, agriculture?and?state-province cooperation with China.Governor Reynolds expressed her heartfelt thanks to CPAFFC for its long-term support of Iowa. She said, China is the most important trading partner of Iowa?and?she will carry on the friendly relations forward, to?create?more opportunities for win-win cooperation between U.S., Iowa?and?China.

President Li Xiaolin attended?and?made a keynote speech at USCPFA Washington Seminar on U.S.-China Relations on April 22, 2016. USCPFA President Diana Greer?and?representatives from its chapters of Washington D.C., Richmond, Minnesota attended the seminar.?In her speech, President Li touchingly reviewed the profound friendship nurtured between her?and?USCPFA friends during her 41 years working as an advocate of China-U.S. friendship,?and?thanked the USCPFA for its longtime understanding, care?and?support. She also said the relationship between two countries is based on the affections between the people of the two countries. The foundation of China-U.S. relations has its roots in the people?and?its future rests with the youth. She encouraged more young people participating in the great cause of China-U.S. friendship. She also hoped to strengthen cooperation with the USCPFA, making new contributions to China-U.S. friendship.President Greer said in her speech that the U.S.-China relations matter more than ever in business, culture?and?friendship. The USCPFA is keen on developing friendships between our two peoples,?and?instilling more positive energy into the U.S.-China relations. She also hoped to further work with the CPAFFC to promote mutual understanding?and?trust between people of the two countries.

On October 8th, President Li Xiaolin meets with Mrs. Malu Dreyer, Governor of Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany. President Li extended welcome to Governor Dreyer?and?introduced to her relevant celebrations on the 70th anniversary of the founding of PRC?and?CPAFFC’s engagement in celebrating activities. She appreciated very much the support given by the state government of Rheinland-Pfalz in activities hosted by CPAFFC including Meeting China Exhibition Series in Commemoration of 200th anniversary of Karl Marx’s Birth?and?Sino-German Dialogue Between Historic?and?Cultural Cities, etc. President Li hoped for comprehensive exchanges?and?cooperation on music, cultural heritage protection, manufacturing, innovation in science?and?technology?and?so on.? Governor Dreyer thanked President Li for the arrangement of this meeting. She congratulated on the 70th anniversary of the founding of the PRC?and?spoke highly of the efforts made by CPAFFC in promoting people-to-people friendship?and?cultural exchanges between China?and?the rest of the world. She expected exchanges?and?cooperation in more fields such as environmental protection, upgraded economy?and?technology, education, etc. Deputy Director-General of Cultural Exchange Department of CPAFFC Mr. Ji Wei, Deputy Director-General of Department of European?and?Asian Affairs of CPAFFC Mr. Lv Hongwei, German Ambassador to China Dr. Clemens von Goetze were also present at the meeting.? Photographed by Ren Xin

On September 23th, President Li Xiaolin met with Bruce Bommarito, Vice President of Caesars Entertainment of the United States. The two sides exchanged views on furthering exchanges between Chinese?and?American people as well as enhancing mutual trust?and?understanding. Photographed by Jin Hanghang

On September 19th, President Li Xiaolin met with Michael Zarcone, Executive Vice President of MetLife?and?his delegation. President Li said, China-U.S. trade frictions do no good to both sides. We hope US companies continue to improve their business in China to meet our two peoples’ aspiration for a better life?and?strengthen China-U.S. mutually beneficial cooperation, so as to achieve win-win outcomes. Michael said, MetLife has always attached great importance to its business in China,?and?believes U.S.-China trade?and?economic cooperation benefits the two peoples. He wished to strengthen cooperation with CPAFFC for promotion of people-to-people exchanges?and?economic cooperation between our two countries.? Photographed by Liu Yi

On September 10, CPAFFC President Li Xiaolin met with Mr. Dang Minh Khoi, Ambassador of Vietnam to China. President Li praised Ambassador Dang’s efforts to promote the bilateral relations in past 4 years . She said that China?and?Vietnam should inherit the traditional friendship, further the exchanges?and?cooperation and?join?the hands to open the new chapter of China-Vietnam comprehensive strategic cooperation. Dang Minh Khoi said that Vietnam-China relations has developed quickly in recent years. At present, The investment from China ranked the fourth, the total bilateral trade volume reached 150 billion US dollars?and?there were nearly 10 million people visited each other every year, which laid a solid foundation for the relations development. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the Founding of P.R.China?and?next year is the 70th anniversary of Vietnam-China diplomatic ties, the bilateral relations should take the opportunities to get more momentum. The two sides also exchanged views on China-Vietnam people-to-people diplomatic work?and?the international?and?regional issues of common concern. Director General Yuan Mindao of East Asian Affairs Department of CPAFFC, Minister Pham Thanh Binh of Vietnam Embassy to China attended the meeting. Photographed by Dong Dandan

President Li Xiaolin met in Beijing with Myron Brilliant, Executive Vice President?and?Head of International Affairs of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on September 9th. ? President Li said that as the two largest economies in the world, China?and?the U.S benefit from cooperation?and?suffer from confrontation. At present, the bilateral relations are at a critical stage. Local governments of the two countries should further strengthen dialogue?and?cooperation, enhance mutual trust?and?, so as to boost the sound development of bilateral relations. Photographed by Jin Hanghang