Danish Queen opens Copenhagen Panda House

"It's an honor to welcome Mao Sun and Xing Er to Denmark. They are symbols for the ties between Denmark and China, and we think that these two pandas will strengthen the relationships between Denmark and China, based on respect, dignity and friendship," said Bock.

"We will do our utmost to take good care of these two remarkable animals, and to provide them with best possible conditions to flourish," she added.