California Governor Gavin Newsom Embarks on Week-Long Climate Change Discussions in China

Newsom's visit aims to strengthen climate cooperation, meet with climate and industrial leaders, and explore areas of clean energy technology, despite rising political tensions.

• As part of an international effort on climate change, California Governor Gavin Newsom will embark on a weeklong journey to China, starting with discussions in Hong Kong before moving onto Beijing, Shanghai, and the provinces of Guangdong and Jiangsu.
• During his visit, Newsom will explore and exchange knowledge on areas of clean energy technology such as electric public transit and offshore wind power, further reinforcing California’s stance as a global climate change leader.
• Despite the political tensions between the U.S and China on issues like trade, human rights, and international conflicts, Newsom's trip underlines the importance of international collaboration on global challenges like climate change.
• Newsom is expected to sign mutual agreements with leaders of Chinese provinces on a number of climate goals, a movement that California has already been part of with various subnational governments.
• Newsom's visit to China also includes a diplomatic agenda, aiming to strengthen cultural ties and combat xenophobia, marking his role beyond state governance.

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