Beijing and London upgraded their comprehensive strategic partnership to a global one during President Xi Jinping's state visit to the United Kingdom from Oct 19 to Oct 23, the first by a Chinese president in a decade.
The first ever China-UK Film, TV and Media Investment Fund has been established to provide financial support to give British film and TV practitioners working in China.
As President Xi Jinping spent a day at Manchester on Friday, anticipation and excitement in the city grew as to what may come after his visit.
President Xi Jinping called for China and Britain to strengthen cooperation on soccer as he ended his four-day state visit to the United Kingdom.
President Xi Jinping visits the City Football Academy in Manchester, Britain on October 23, 2015.
When talking about British literature, the first thought that comes to mind may be a verse from Percy Bysshe Shelley 's poetry "If winter comes, can spring be far behind?"
President Xi Jinping praised the role Confucius Institutes have played in promoting cultural exchanges with foreign countries.
First lady Peng Liyuan, a famous folk singer in her native China, visited London's Royal College of Music today. It was founded in 1882 by the then Prince of Wales.
Chinese singer-songwriter Sa Dingding performed at London's Lancaster House on Oct 21 in the presence of President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan.
Peng Liyuan, the first lady of China, interacts with students during a visit to Fortismere School in London, Britain, Oct 21, 2015.
In China-UK football exchanges, Sun Jihai is a name that stands out for his history-making stint with Manchester City from 2002 to 2008. He signed for the English Premier League club from Dalian Shide for 2 million pounds ($3.1 million) and became the first Asian player to play for the Blues. His solid defense and attacking forays won over many City fans.
The rapid expansion of China's Confucius Institutes in the United Kingdom is playing a significant role, not only in helping Western students to learn Mandarin but also by promoting cultural understanding between China and the West, experts said.
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