Chinese President Xi Jinping is welcomed by US President Barack Obama at the South Lawn of the White House in Washington DC, Sept 25, 2015. (Photo/Xinhua)

1. Chinese diplomacy shoulders more responsibility and promotes new international relationships

President Xi Jinping paid eight important visits to 14 countries in Asia, Africa, Europe and North America. He also attended major international events and conferences, embodying the concept of mutually beneficial international cooperation and emphasizing the importance of common destiny for all mankind. China’s diplomacy in 2015 clearly displayed Chinese characteristics and style.