China’s new ambassador to the US Xie Feng vowed to face up to the current difficulties within China-US relations and live up to his mission when he arrived in New York on Tuesday, assuming the position as the country’s 12th envoy to the US.
“I am a representative of the Chinese people and I am here to defend China’s interests, this is my sacred duty,” Xie told reporters at the airport. He also noted that his mission is to promote exchanges and cooperation between the two countries.
Currently, China-US relations are beset with serious difficulties and confronted with severe challenges. “I take this as both a glorious mission and a heavy responsibility. My colleagues and I will face up to difficulties, fulfill our responsibilities, and live up to our mission,” Xie said.