From July 7 to 9, Marc Hubsch, Luxembourg's ambassador to China, visited Hechi to learn about the city's achievements in poverty alleviation, as well as to experience the city's fascinating ethnic culture.

Marc Hubsch, Luxembourg's ambassador to China, visits Guangxi Jialian Silk. [Photo/Hechi Daily]

The affinity between Hechi and Luxembourg originated from Nico Hansen, a retired Luxembourg policeman. In 2018, Hansen volunteered to support poverty alleviation efforts in Zhadong village, Liusanjie town, Yizhou district, and established a friendship with Xie Wanju, first Party secretary of Zhadong village.

During the visit, Hubsch visited Guangxi Jialian Silk, Zhadong village, Fengjing Park, the Liusanjie Scenic Area, Lianhua village in Chengguan town, the Yaowangtianxia Scenic Area, the Dongtianjiuhai Scenic Area, and the Baniao Cave Scenic Area.

Hubsch learned about the follow-up development of the industries that Hansen had helped in the past. He also learned about the development of Hechi's sericulture industry, experienced local folk customs, as well as learned about the Liu Sanjie culture, Baiku Yao culture, and longevity culture.

Hubsch visits the Baniao Cave Scenic Area. [Photo/Hechi Daily]

Hubsch expressed that the trip to Hechi was unforgettable. He praised Hechi's beautiful natural scenery and achievements in poverty alleviation. He hopes that the friendship between Hechi and Luxembourg will last forever, and looks forward to further cooperation with Hechi in various fields.