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Located in the southwest of Shandong Province, China, Jining is an important center city in the southwestern part of Shandong Province, with 2 districts, 7 counties and 2 county-level cities under its jurisdiction, covering a total area of about 11,000 square kilometers, with a resident population of about 8.3 million.
Jining is one of the important birthplaces of Chinese civilization, and is known as the "Township of Confucius and Mencius". It is the hometown of Confucius, Mencius, Yan Hui and other sages, and is home to the world cultural heritage "Three Confucius" (Confucius Temple, Confucius Mansion and Confucius Forest), as well as the heritage area of the middle section of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. Confucian culture, canal culture and water margin culture converge and merge here.
Jining is located at the junction of the North China Plain and the mountains of central and southern Shandong, and Weishan Lake is the largest freshwater lake in northern China. Jining has rich coal reserves and is an important energy base. Jining has a well-developed agricultural industry, and is known as the "hometown of grain and cotton".
Nowadays, Jining has formed a diversified industrial system of equipment manufacturing, biomedicine, new materials, etc. It is an important industrial city in Shandong Province and the core city of Huaihai Economic Zone, and at the same time, it maintains a deep historical and cultural heritage and an ecological and livable environment.
Malikisi (Malindi) is an important port city in Kenya's Maritime Province, located on the Indian Ocean coast, about 120 kilometers from Mombasa, and is known as "the jewel of Kenya's coastline". The city combines a rich history with modern tourist attractions, and was once an important hub for Portuguese and Arab trade in the 15th century, with the remains of the old Portuguese castle and mosque still intact. Its iconic "Isla Vapi Marine Park" is a paradise for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts, known for its crystal clear waters, colorful coral reefs and tropical fish. The traditional fishing culture of the local fishing community is complemented by the breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, and the annual Malikisi International Fishing Festival attracts visitors from around the globe. One of Kenya's popular tourist destinations, Malikisi offers a perfect combination of natural beauty, historical sites and diverse cultures, making it an ideal gateway to explore the East African coastline.