9 December 2011, Beijing - Celebrations in commemoration of the 40th Anniversary of China-US Ping Pong Diplomacy were held at Beijing's Great Hall of the People on 8 December 2011.
Following the ceremony, representatives from both country played four friendly matches to mark the event, which changed the world history and led to the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the United States. (Photos China Sports Online An Lingjun unless otherwise specified)

Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping (C, back) and former U.S. President Jimmy Carter (L-6, back) watch a friendly match during the celebrations. (Photo courtesy of www.news.cn)

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter delivering a speech.

China's Sports Minister Liu Peng delivering a speech.

The women's doubles match.


China's ace player Wang Liqin (R) in action.

Players from both teams posing for a group photo.

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