A delegation led by Zhu Hua, the vice mayor of Fuzhou, paid a visit to Mainz by his invitation. Over 20 representatives of local parties and economic and educational communities attended the meeting.

The vice mayor of Mainz Günter Beck extended a warm welcome to the delegation and introduced local advantages in economy, education and tourism development. He said that since the establishment of sister provinces between the Pfalz and Fujian Province 20 years ago, bilateral relationships have gained a good momentum of growth and exchanges in different sectors have multiplied, which delivered huge benefits to both parties. Mainz hoped to foster a closer cooperation with Fuzhou and was ready to forge sister cities with Fuzhou.

Zhu Hua expressed his sincere thanks to Mainz’s hospitality and invited the mayor to visit Fuzhou at his convenience. She shared local experiences in economic development, environmental protection and preservation of cultural relics. Since Fuzhou and Mainz have many things in common, Fuzhou hopes to advance their exchanges and cooperation.

By Xu Xinlei