This year marks the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China and also the 40th year since the British Council, the UK's international organization for promoting cultural relations and educational opportunities, set up its office in China.

Carma Elliot, former director of the British Council China, spoke with China Daily Website about China's marvelous cultural and social development in the past 70 years, Chinese culture's growing international influence, and China's great commitments to addressing global challenges and seeking solutions for global good.