What does it take to be a successful international diplomat? For some, the secret is a distinctive coat of black and white fur and a love of bamboo. The China Wildlife Conservation Association and the Smithsonian National Zoo have reached a 10-year agreement that will bring two new giant pandas to the U.S. by the end of this year. The announcement came just six months following the departure of their last two pandas. What do we know so far about this latest installment of panda diplomacy? National Zoo Director Brandie Smith joins The Excerpt to talk about the distinct personalities of Qing Bao and Bao Li and what visitors and panda cam viewers can expect to see.

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