India, Sept. 26 -- China's President Xi Jinping has said one lakh young Americans will be invited to visit China for exchanges and study over the next five years.

The announcement by Xi at the White House on Thursday came against the backdrop of a similar announcement made in 2023, under which 50,000 young Americans were invited for exchanges and study over a five-year period. The target was achieved this year ahead of schedule.

"The hope of China-US relationship lies in our people, and its future lies with the young. I am glad to announce an invitation for 100,000 young Americans to visit China for exchanges and study in the coming five years," Xi said.

The Chinese leader made a reference to World War II, when Chinese and Americans fo...