CultureWhy is there a Chinese-inscribed stone in the Washington Monument?

A commemorative stone bearing Chinese inscriptions stands inside the Washington Monument. Donald Trump highlighted it at a state banquet during his visit to China in May, reviving public interest in its unusual history. Beyond symbolizing friendship, the stone reflects more than a century of cultural ties and goodwill between the Chinese and American peoples.

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