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Brigitte Macron's Chengdu Visit Celebrates Giant Panda Reconnection

12/6/2025

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French First Lady Brigitte Macron visited Chengdu to reconnect with Yuan Meng, a giant panda born in France, alongside President Emmanuel Macron's state visit.
The China Wildlife Conservation Association announced a new 10-year loan for two pandas to arrive at Beauval Zoo in 2027.
Huan Huan and Yuan Zi were returned to China last month.
The association expects their twins Huanlili and Yuandudu to return by January 2027.

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French First Lady Brigitte Macron visited Chengdu to reconnect with Yuan Meng, a giant panda born in France, alongside President Emmanuel Macron's state visit.
The China Wildlife Conservation Association announced a new 10-year loan for two pandas to arrive at Beauval Zoo in 2027.
Huan Huan and Yuan Zi were returned to China last month.
The association expects their twins Huanlili and Yuandudu to return by January 2027.