The return of the four pandas to China was "in line with Zoo Atlanta's giant panda agreement with China, which expires this month," the zoo said. Lun Lun and Yang Yang were both born in Chengdu ...

Panda diplomacy between the US and China dates back more than 50 years. But today's arrivals follow *** string of departures as many leases expired Zoo Atlanta says it sent back its giant pandas.

Two giant pandas bound for the U.S. capital ... "Their departure is not only bittersweet for Zoo Atlanta and the Panda Care Team, but also for everyone who has had the opportunity to get to ...