China to send pandas to Atlanta

The announcement of 'panda diplomacy' comes despite ongoing tensions between Washington and Beijing over trade and security issues.

Zoo Atlanta is currently preparing specialized facilities to ensure the animals' welfare upon their arrival next month.

The move is seen as a strategic attempt by China to stabilize relations before the high-stakes summit between Trump and Xi Jinping.

This latest exchange follows a period of uncertainty for the global panda conservation program as several other U.S. zoos returned their pandas to China.