On November 10, 2026, Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng attended the Gala Dinner 2026 Celebrating 60 Years of the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations in New York and delivered remarks.

Ambassador Xie extended warm congratulations on the 60th founding anniversary of the National Committee and to the two honorees, Mr. Stephen Orlins and Mr. Stephen Schwarzman. Ambassador Xie said that this year is a big year for China-U.S. relations. President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump exchanged state visits within half a year, and the two sides have agreed on building a constructive China-U.S. relationship of strategic stability on the basis of respect, fairness, and reciprocity. Both sides need to faithfully implement the two Presidents’ important consensus, and translate the vision into concrete action at a faster pace. It is important to adhere to the red lines with respect, engage in a race to the top under the principle of fairness, and promote mutual benefit in the spirit of reciprocity, so as to advance the steady, sound, and sustainable development of China-U.S. relations. Noting that the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations is seeing new historical opportunities as the China-U.S. relationship embarks on a new journey, Ambassador Xie said we need to stay true to the original mission, and keep to the right course; strengthen confidence, and expand cooperation; and move forward with unwavering commitment, and sow the seeds of tomorrow.

Ambassador Xie said that the development of China-U.S. relations will not be smooth sailing, but the trend of history is unstoppable. While we should not underestimate the challenges facing this relationship, nor should we give up the courage to forge ahead. He called for joint efforts to follow the strategic guidance of the two Presidents, and work together to ensure cooperation is the mainstay, competition is kept within proper limits, differences are managed, and peace can be expected, so as to usher in a brighter future for the China-U.S. relationship.

U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent attended the Gala Dinner and delivered remarks. Approximately 450 people participated in the event, including NCUSCR Board Chair Charlene Barshefsky, Executive Vice Chair Evan Greenberg, former President Steve Orlins, and incoming President Sarah Beran.