It is normal for business people to accompany State leaders during foreign visits. President Xi Jinping’s trip to South Korea is no exception. But what makes it special is the size of the business delegation. South Korean media said it is the largest such delegation to visit the country.

Special: President Xi Jinping visits South Korea

More than 250 business leaders are joining the president’s tour, highlighting China’s desire to enhance economic ties with its neighbor. The group includes business tycoons such as Li Yanhong, CEO of Chinese Internet giant Baidu Inc; Ma Yun, chairman of Alibaba Group; and Ren Zhengfei, founder of telecom equipment maker Huawei Technologies.