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By inviting an American Table Tennis team to play against Chinese athletes.
The Ping Pong diplomacy allows the US and China to have open relationships for more serious talks.
Open relations for more serious talks
China was closed to the world until the 1970’s when Nixon opened talks and trade.
Open relations for more serious talks
In 1971, the U.S. Table Tennis team was in Japan for the World Table Tennis Championship when they received an invitation to visit China. This was unexpected, as China did not have any relations with the U.S. at the time. This lead to a program that has since been called "Ping-Pong Diplomacy."
Smiling is a symbol of our willingness to open ourselves up to others.
One way to demonstrate respect for cultural diversity is by actively listening to and valuing diverse perspectives, traditions, and practices. Engaging in open dialogue, showing curiosity and willingness to learn about other cultures, and avoiding assumptions or stereotypes also fosters respect for cultural diversity. Additionally, celebrating multicultural events, participating in intercultural activities, and advocating for inclusivity and equal representation are effective ways to demonstrate respect for cultural diversity.
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It showed that China was open to better relations with the United StatesWhile sports were played in public, negotiations were made in secret.It allowed the United States and China to open the way for talks on more serious issues.
The country that wanted open trade with China was Mexico.