[Playback] Beijing horticultural expo kicks off on Sunday

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday attended the opening ceremony of the International Horticultural Exhibition 2019 Beijing.

Themed on "Live Green, Live Better," the Beijing expo attracts the participation of 110 countries and international organizations.

The national flag of the People's Republic of China was raised, with the national anthem being performed and sung.

The opening ceremony of the Beijing International Horticultural Exhibition is held on April 28, 2019. [Photo: Xinhua]

An eye-catching floral sculpture at the Beijing horticultural expo, April 26, 2019. The 2019 Beijing International Horticultural Expo is set to be held from April 29 to October 7. Visitors will get to see featured horticultural settings in various parks from different provinces in China. [Photo: IC]

The opening ceremony of the International Horticultural Exhibition 2019 Beijing [Screenshot: China Plus]