The provincial government of Yunnan in southwest China is hosting cultural exchange events in the U.S. city of Los Angeles this week, with the goal of strengthening ties between the Chinese and American people. Local government officials have signed an agreement to enhance cooperation, while participants experience traditional dance, costumes, arts and cuisine from the Yunnan region. Ediz Tiyansan reports.

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