From Jan. 28 to Feb. 4, 1979, Vice-Premier Deng Xiaoping paid a friendly visit to the United States at the invitation of U.S. President Jimmy Carter. This was the first U.S. visit paid by a Chinese leader after the founding of the People's Republic of China. (File Photo) Photo Gallery>>>

On Jan. 29, 1979, Vice-Premier Deng Xiaoping and President Jimmy Carter have a chat before their talks. During his visit, Vice-Premier Deng Xiaoping and President Carter exchanged views on the Sino-U.S. relations, especially the Taiwan issue and international situation. The Chinese and American sides signed a scientific and technological cooperation agreement, a cultural agreement and an agreement on establishing consular relations and opening consulate generals in each other country. Each side also agreed soon to sign air and shipping agreements, and send students and resident journalists to the other.  (Photo: fmprc.gov.cn) Photo Gallery>>>

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