Educational Outreach Activity Encourages Respect for Animals
On July 15, Consul Oba joined in a middle school educational outreach activity conducted by Xiao Bing of the Xiamen Society for the Protection of Animals. During the activity, Oba met Guangzhou-based Irene Feng, Manager of the China Dr. Dog program sponsored by the Animals Asia Foundation.
Consul Meets with Head of IPR Law Firm
On July 14, Consul Oba also met with Ron Xu, a partner with the Sphere-Logic law firm in Xiamen specializing in IPR-related issues.
Consul Meets with Documentary Film Maker
On July 14, Consul Oba met with Gao Zhenbi, a documentary film producer, who described his recently completed documentary film on the history of Xiamen. Afterwards, Mr. Gao facilitated a visit to the Cai family lacquer ware workshop where Oba was introduced to General Manager Zhang Xueping and laquer ware master craftsman Cai Shuikuang.
Consul Meets with Lifetime Products General Manager
On July 14, Consul Oba met over lunch with Lifetime Products General Manager Kenneth Baik who provided an update on the U.S. company’s expansion in Xiamen.
YMCA/YWCA Leader Describes Xiamen Programs
On July 14, Consul Oba met with Ming Shibin, Associate General Secretary of the YMCA and YWCA of Xiamen. Ming described the organizations programs and activities.
Consul Meets with Shoulder Action NGO
On July 14, Consul Gary Oba met with Shoulder Action NGO Director Shangguan Wenbing who recently returned from participating in an International Visitor program visit to the U.S that he described as extremely informative and useful.
Consul General Tours Hakka Sites in Nanjing County
After visiting Yongding, on July 13 Consul General Goldbeck visited the Zhang family ancestral shrine, Yun Shui Yao village, the Dong-Dao-Xi-Wai leaning tu-lou and the HeGui tu-lou in Nanjing. During the Nanjing portion of the visited, the Consul General was guided by Zhangzhou FAO Deputy Director Lian Sile.
Consul General Visits Hakka Tu-Lou
On July 13, Consul General Goldbeck toured the Hongkeng complex of large, earthen communal houses (called tu-lou) built by the area’s Hakka residents. The visit provided opportunities to discuss unique aspects of Hakka culture and history.
Yongding County Welcomes Consul General
On July 13, Consul General Goldbeck travelled from Longyan to Yongding. In Yongding, he was welcomed by Yongding’s Deputy County Head Lai Xiujin, who described the growing importance of tourism to Yongding’s economy. Ms. Lai also hosted a luncheon for the Consul General at the Yongding County office complex.
Consul General Meets with Longyan Mayor Huang
On July 13, Consul General Goldbeck met with Longyan Mayor Huang Xiaoyan who provided a briefing on Longyan’s economic development and expressed interest in developing closer ties.
Longyan Vice Mayor Hosts Welcome Dinner
On July 12, Longyan Vice Mayor Zhang Xiujuan hosted a dinner in honor of Consul General Goldbeck at the Longyan guesthouse.
Longyan Taiwan Chamber of Commerce Leaders Describe Business Environment
On July 12, Consul General Goldbeck met with the Longyan Taiwan Chamber of Commerce where he met with Chamber President Chen Zhenzhou, Vice Presidents Chen Jinfu and Xiao Zhaosen, and Secretary General Ceng Ah Zhi, among others, to discuss the investment and business climate in Longyan and the Taiwan business representatives’ views on the new trade pact signed by China and Taiwan.
Consul General Meets with Longyan Foreign Affairs Office
On July 12, Consul General Goldbeck met with Longyan Foreign Affairs Office officials including Director Qiu Yuyan and Deputy Director Lu Dian to discuss possibilities for enhanced cultural and educational exchanges.
Longyan Tabacco Company Welcomes Consul General
On July 12, Consul General Goldbeck visited the Longyan Tabacco Industrial Company, Fujian’s largest tobacco company and tax revenue source, where he toured the company’s highly automated production facilities.
Consul General Tours Lonking Facilities in Longyan
On July 12, Consul General Goldbeck visited the Lonking (Fujian) Machinery Company where he met with Executive Director and General Manager Lin Zhongming and toured the company’s production facilities.
Consul General Visits Longyan Museum
On July 12, Consul General Goldbeck visited the Longyan Municipal Museum where he viewed displays describing the city’s development and rich cultural heritage.
Longyan Foreign Affairs Director Welcomes Consul General
On July 11, Consul General Brian L. Goldbeck, accompanied by Consul Gary Oba, and consulate staff members Harry Wang and Angela Han, travelled to Longyan where Longyan FAO Director Qiu Yuyan hosted a welcome dinner.
Puppet Master Introduces Traditional Art Form
While on Gulangyu, Ambassador and Mrs. Villarreal were introduced to the traditional art of Minnan puppetry by puppet master Zhuang Yanhong.
Ambassador Villarreal Promotes Expo in Guangzhou and Xiamen
During his visit to Xiamen, Ambassador Villarreal participated in a roundtable discussion with American Studies graduate students from Xiamen University on the topic of “Diversity in America and the U.S. Pavilion at the Shanghai Expo.” Pointing to the critical role migration has played in the history of the United States, Villarreal shared stories with the students about his own experience as an American with Mexican family heritage. In addition to hosting a press conference with key media outlets in Xiamen, Villarreal also met with Party Secretary Yu Weiguo and Vice Mayor Zhan Cangzhou, and engaged in a discussion of a number of topics related to the theme of the World Expo, “Better Cities, Better Life,” including the importance of historic preservation. Villarreal followed his meetings the next day with a visit to Gulangyu, which included stops at the former U.S. Consulate and a Chinese traditional puppet show.
Ambassador Villarreal Visits Gulangyu
On Saturday June 26, Ambassador and Mrs. Villarreal visited the historic district of Gulangyu island. Their visit included stops at the former U.S. Consulate, the Piano Museum, and a special display honoring the contributions of an early American resident on Gulangyu, Dr. John Otte.
Party Secretary Hosts Welcome Dinner for Commission General
During the evening of June 25, Xiamen CPC Party Secretary Yu Weiguo and Vice Mayor Zhan Cangzhou hosted a welcome dinner for Ambassador and Mrs. Villarreal and Consul General Goldbeck.
Ambassador Villarreal Responds to Press Questions
Following the roundtable discussion on June 25, Ambassador Villarreal responded to questions posed by reporters from the local media (including representatives from the Xiamen Daily, Xiamen Evening News, Xiamen TV, Radio Xiamen and the China Central Radio Station-Xiamen Branch Office).
Commissioner General Speaks to Xiamen University Students
On June 25, Ambassador Villarreal met in a roundtable discussion with graduate students from the university’s American Studies department. During the roundtable, Ambassador Villarreal described the US Pavilion and discussed cultural diversity in America.
Commissioner General Meets Xiamen University Vice President
On June 25, Ambassador José Villarreal, Commissioner General for the U.S. Pavilion at 2010 Shanghai Expo, accompanied by Consul General Brian L. Goldbeck made a courtesy call on Vice President Wu Daguang of Xiamen University.
Officer Attends Xiamen NGO Conference
On June 19 and 20, Political Officer Adedeji Okediji and Outreach Assistant Harry Wang attended and participated in the Open Space NGO Conference hosted by the Xiamen Green Cross. The workshop was underwritten, in part, by a small project grant provided by the Department.
Consul Tours Orphanage Library
While at the One Heart Charity orphanage on June 15, Consul Oba toured the facility’s recently completed library and study hall. Oba was pleased to see children from the orphanage making good use of study tables that were donated to the orphanage by Lifetime Products, an American company with a manufacturing facility in Xiamen.
Celebrating Dragon Boat Festival at One Heart Charity
On June 15 and at the invitation of the Xiamen-based One Heart Charity, Consul Oba joined children from the charity’s orphanage and supportive residents who live nearby in celebrating the Dragon Boat Festival by making dozens of sticky rice dumpling that were later enjoyed in a luncheon feast.
Buick Manager Describes Car Market in Xiamen
On June 14, Buick Showroom Manager Hong Ke described to Consul Oba the general condition of the automobile market in Xiamen including trends relating to sales in the high-priced segments of the market.
Consul Discusses Cadillac Sales in Xiamen
On June 14, Consul Oba visited with Lin Li Ping, Vice General Manager. of the Taicheng Zhizun Automobile Sales and Service Cadillac sales outlet in Xiamen.
Plexus Describes Xiamen Plans
On June 14, Materials Manager Jim Huang and Financial Controller Hang Wah Fook of Plexus Electronic Assembly provided an update on the company’s expansion plans in Xiamen.
Consul Attends Philippine National Day Event in Xiamen
On June 12, Consul Gary Oba attended the Philippine National Day reception hosted by the Philippine Consulate General in Xiamen.
Consulate Officers Take High-Speed Railway
On May 20, Consul Edward Waters and CIS Chief Jackie Wong became the first consulate officials to ride the recently completed high-speed rail from Fuzhou to Xiamen.
Fraudulent Document Training Workshop Held in Xiamen
On May 20, DHS Citizenship & Immigration Service Chief Jackie Wong and Consul Edward Waters and Immigration and Customs Enforcement FSN Helen Zhong provided fraudulent document training to Xiamen Customs and Immigration officials. The workshop was conducted under the auspices of the Consuls General Fujian Working Group on Document Verification and Immigration Fraud. The group also received training on Chinese documents.
Outreach & Engagement Officers Meet in Beijing
On May 13-14, Consul Oba and his Assistant Harry Wang joined Outreach & Engagement colleagues from Beijing, Shanghai and Wuhan in a conference and team-building exercise hosted by the Outreach & Engagement Section at the Embassy in Beijing.
Sino-U.S. Food and Feed Safety Workshop Held in Xiamen
On May 13-14, post’s Foreign Agriculture Service and Food and Drug Administration officers participated in a Sino-U.S. Food and Feed Safety Workshop on Inspection, Quarantine Management, and Testing Techniques in Xiamen which was sponsored by the China Import and Export Inspection and Quarantine Association, the U.S. Food and Agriculture Export Alliance, and FAS. Approximately 140 participants from China’s regulatory agencies and private industries took part in this two day workshop.
Party Secretary Welcomed at Guangzhou Consulate
On May 4, Consul Oba welcomed Party Secretary of the CPC Xiamen Yu Weiguo as he arrived at the consulate in Guangzhou for his U.S. visitor visa application.
Officer Visits Fujian Pavilion at Shanghai Expo
On May 2, while at the Shanghai Expo, Consul Oba visited the Fujian Pavilion co-located with other provincial pavilions beneath the China Pavilion.
Xiamen Mayor Visits U.S. Pavilion
On May 2, in a visit facilitated by post’s Outreach Unit, Xiamen Mayor Liu Cigui was welcomed by Ambassador Jose Villarreal, Commissioner General of the US Pavilion at Shanghai Expo. Ambassador Villarreal escorted Mayor Liu and other city officials on a tour of the pavilion.
Xiamen Hosts Luncheon at Expo Display Opening
On May 2, Consul Oba joined Xiamen City officials and other invited guests at a luncheon hosted by the City of Xiamen in the Urban Best Practices Pavilion.
Officer Attends Xiamen Display Opening at Expo
On May 2, Consul Gary Oba represented U.S. Consulate General Guangzhou at the opening of the City of Xiamen temporary display in the Urban Best Practices Pavilion at Shanghai Expo. While there, Oba was interviewed by Fujian TV.
Xiamen Businessman Describes Investment Climate
On April 23, Consul Gary Oba met with Mr. Walter Fang, Chairman of the Fengrun Financial Holding Group. Chairman Fang described the investment climate in Xiamen and his firm’s focus on medium-to-small businesses.
Jimei University Students Hear US Pavilion Presentation
On April 23, Consul Gary Oba met with approximately 60 students at Jimei University and delivered a presentation on the US Pavilion at the Shanghai Expo. After the presentation, the students asked a number of questions about the Expo.
Consulate Officer Meets with Foreign Affairs Office
On April 23, Consul Gary Oba met with Xiamen Foreign Affairs Office Consular Division Director Johnny Zhang to discuss upcoming plans.
Presentation at Xiamen University on the US Pavilion at Shanghai Expo
On April 22 in a presentation at Xiamen University, Consul Gary Oba described plans for the US Pavilion at the Shanghai World Exposition. Students asked a number of questions about the US Pavilion and the value of visiting a world exposition.
Event Remembering Dr. John Abraham Otte
During a luncheon meeting on April 22, Mr. Gao Zhenbi described an event and photo display recently held to remember and memorialize Dr. John Abraham Otte, an early American missionary doctor who passed away in Gulangyu 100 years ago. Later in the afternoon, Mr. Gao and several associates accompanied Consul Gary Oba on a walk through of the photo display.
Bar Association Officials Discuss Legal Protections for Women
On April 22, Consul Gary Oba met with officials of the Xiamen Bar Association to learn about the type of legal assistance provided to women in Xiamen.
Meeting with Xiamen Women’s Federation
On April 22, Consul Gary Oba met with Chairmen Weng Jinzhu and other women leaders at the Xiamen Women’s Federation. Chairmen Weng described policies and programs designed to protect and promote the rights of women.
Consular Services for American Citizens
On April 14, Kaui McLean Harrison, the consulate’s Professional Adjudication Specialist provided American Citizen Services to an estimated 50 individuals during two sessions, one each held at Xiamen University and the Xiamen International School.
Meeting with Longyan Taiwan Business Association
On March 25, Consul Gary Oba met with the Board of Directors of the Longyan Taiwan Business Association, including President Chen Zhenzhou. Board members shared their views on business conditions and development prospects.
Officer Visits Gutian and Changting
On March 25, Consul Gary Oba travelled to Gutian and Changting in southwestern Fujian, where in addition to observing economic conditions, he visited several sites of historical interest.
Vice Consul Speaks at Xiamen University
On March 24, Vice Consul Shawntae White spoke to over 50 students and teachers at Xiamen University on the subject, "Diplomacy and Power: American Engagement with the World." Timothy Guo briefed them on the IRC.
Officer Participates in Educational Fair
On March 24, Vice Consul Shawntae White spoke to over 150 students and parents at the EIC International Educational Fair in Xiamen on student visa. She also helped staff a “Study USA” Booth to distribute education related materials and to answer questions.
Consulate Officer Visits Longyan Paper Products Company
On March 24, Consul Gary Oba paid a brief visit to Longyan-based Ming-Feng, a paper products and disposable diaper manufacturer.
Visit to Yirong Arts & Crafts Company
On March 24, Chen Huiling, President of Yirong Arts & Crafts Company, described business conditions facing this maker of household decorative items which are primarily exported to North America and Europe.
Visit to Lonking Heavy Equipment
On March 24, Director of Lonking's (a heavy equipment manufacturer) Longyan Office, Zhang Yongxiang, described his firm's remarkable growth (anticipated sales of 12 billion RMB in 2010) and provided a tour of the company's facilities in Longyan.
Meeting with Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation Officials in Longyan
On March 24, Consul Gary Oba met in Longyan with Foreign Affairs Office and Foreign Trade & Economic Cooperation Bureau officials who provided a briefing on economic development in the Longyan area.
Consulate Officer Welcomed in Longyan
On March 23, Longyan Foreign Affairs Office Deputy Director Lu Dian hosted a welcome dinner for Consul Gary Oba. Longyan, a city of 2.3 million, is located in south central Fujian.
Consular Officer Speaks at Xiamen University of Technology
On March 23, Vice Consul Shawntae White spoke to over 200 students and teachers at Xiamen University of Technology on American culture and cross-cultural communication. Timothy Guo briefed them on the consulate's Information Resource Center (IRC).
Yingcai High School Students Listen to Consular Officer
On March 23, Vice Consul Shawntae White spoke to over 200 students and teachers at Xiamen Yingcai High School about "the American Dream" and higher education. Timothy Guo briefed them on the IRC.
American Bakery Ingredients Promoted in Xiamen
On March 12, Consul Gary Oba joined Foreign Agriculture Office Director Jorge Sanchez at a reception organized by his office and held in connection with a seminar promoting the use of U.S. agricultural products for the baking industry.
Yacht Marina Developer Describes Plans for Xiamen
On March 12, Consul Gary Oba met with Cai Zhibin, General Manager of the Road & Bridge Yacht Development Co., Ltd. of Xiamen to learn about plans to develop the recreational boating market and related support facilities in Xiamen.
Yacht Maker Describes Current Market Conditions
On March 12, Consul Gary Oba met with Cai Chaoming, Vice General Manager of Zhangzhou Yihong Yacht Industrial Company, maker of Sea Stella yachts, to learn about the company's products and market conditions.
Animal Rights NGO Completes Work on Educational Materials
On March 12, Consul Gary Oba met with Mr. Xiao Bing, head of an NGO promoting humane treatment for animals. The NGO has just recently completed a textbook supplement that will soon be used in a number of Xiamen schools.
American Ocean Educators and Researchers Visit Xiamen
On March 11, Consul Gary Oba joined in a dinner hosted by Dr. Minhan Dai, Dean of the College of Oceanography and Environmental Science at Xiamen University, in honor of a visiting delegation of American researches and educators affiliated with Centers for Ocean Sciences Education Excellence (COSEE).
Amphenol General Manager Describes Labor Market
On March 11, Consul Gary Oba met with General Manger Alan Yang of Amphenol in Xiamen. Yang described current labor market conditions.
Consulate Officer Meets with Xiamen Foreign Affairs Officials
On March 11, Consul Gary Oba met with Xiamen Foreign Affairs Office Deputy Director Li Xiaoping and Consular Division Director Johnny Zhang.
Climate Change Scholar Describes Work in Xiamen
On March 11, Consul Gary Oba met with Su Mingfeng, a Climate Change Scholar with the Xiamen Meteorological Administration.
Visit to New Fujian Yacht Maker
On March 11, Consul Gary Oba met with Hudson Wang, owner of a number of manufacturing companies, who introduced his most recent venture, Hudson Yacht & Marine Industries. Wang recently purchased an American recreational boat maker, Azure.
Minister Describes Outreach Efforts to Young Deaf Persons in Xiamen
On February 26, a local minister of a "house church" in Xiamen described to Officer-designee for Fujian Oba, his outreach ministry directed at young deaf persons in Xiamen. The minister described how young deaf boys are often recruited by criminal gangs to work as thieves; his ministry is directed at helping the boys find a higher purpose in life and find legitimate jobs.
Officer-Designee Meets with Thailand's Consul General in Xiamen
On February 25, Officer-designee for Fujian Gary Oba paid a courtesy call on Jesada Chavarnbhark, Consul General for the Royal Thai Consulate General in Xiamen.
One Heart Charity Representatives Describe Programs
On February 25, Officer-designee for Fujian Gary Oba met representatives of the One Heart Charity in Xiamen to learn about the organization's educational outreach and volunteer training programs.
Meeting with the CP Young Tree Handicapped Children Support Group
On February 25, representatives of Xiamen's CP Young Tree Handicapped Children's Support Group described to Officer-designee for Fujian Gary Oba their organization's efforts to support handicapped children and their families.
Fulbright Orientation Held in Xiamen
On February 22, Economic Officer Nolan Barkhouse and Public Affairs Officer Robert Palladino traveled to Xiamen to welcome newly-arrived Spring-semester Fulbright lecturers. The Fulbright lecturers, participating in a week-long orientation organized by Fulbright Beijing, will be teaching political science and international relations courses throughout China.
Xiamen Foreign Affairs Official Bid Ambassador Farewell
On January 22, Xiamen Foreign Affairs Office Director General Chen Aijing and her staff bid the Ambassador and his family farewell as they departed Xiamen to return to Beijing.
Ambassador Meets with Xiamen Daily Reporter
Before departing Xiamen on January 22, Ambassador Huntsman sat down with Xiamen Daily reporter She Zheng in an exclusive interview.
Taiwan Research Institute Scholars Share Views on Cross Straits Issues
On January 22, scholars of Xiamen University's Taiwan Research Institute shared with Ambassador Huntsman and Consul General Goldbeck their views on key cross straits issues. Observing that there is still room for improvement, Ambassador Huntsman noted that the relationship appears to be moving in a "good direction."
Migrant Workers Describe Opportunities and Challenges
On January 22, the Ambassador met with eleven migrant workers during a luncheon meeting held at the Nanputuo temple's vegetarian restaurant. Participants commented on employment opportunities and challenges facing migrant workers.
Ambassador Visits Nanputuo Temple
On January 22, Ambassador Huntsman briefly toured Nanputuo Temple, one of southeast China's largest and oldest Buddhist temples.
Xiamen Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital Welcomes Mrs. Huntsman
On January 22, Mrs. Huntsman and Mary Anne Huntsman toured the Xiamen maternity and Child Health Care Hospital, including a special Maternity and Gynecology Center established in collaboration with John Hopkins International.
Ambassador Visits Lifetime Equipment Manufacturing Facility
On January 22, Ambassador Huntsman visited the Xiamen manufacturing facility of Lifetime Products. Headquartered in Utah, Lifetime Equipment makes portable basketball standards, folding tables and chairs, and other recreational and playground equipment. During the visit, Lifetime CEO Richard Hendrickson highlighted the company's new eco-housing concept and the company donated two of their basketball standard systems to the Tong Xin Charity Orphanage located in Xiamen.
Goodwill Piano Concert Features Mary Anne Huntsman
Capping a full day of activities on January 21, Mary Anne Huntsman participated in a Goodwill Piano Concert that also included performances by two students, Huang Zhouwen and Lai Yichao, and a professor, Chen Shuhau, from the Art College of Xiamen University. Mary Anne dazzled the full-house audience on hand with her masterful performance of selections by Debussy, Rachmaninoff, and Listz.
Mary anne Huntsman Provides Impromptu Performance at Piano Museum
On January 21, long-time Xiamen resident Dr. Bill Brown guided the Ambassador and Mrs. Huntsman and daughter Mary Anne on a tour of Gulangyu during which they visited the Gulangyu Piano Museum. During the tour, Mary Anne responded to an invitation to play one of the pianos in the impressive collection by pounding out a rousing selection by Listz.
Xiamen Music School Welcomes Mary Kaye and Mary Anne Huntsman
On January 21, Mrs. Mary Kaye Huntsman and daughter, Mary Anne Huntsman, visited the Xiamen Music School, an elementary and middle school for musically gifted children, where students provided a special concert of pipa lute and piano music.
Ambassador Tours Former U.S. Consulate on Gulangyu
On January 21, visited the former U.S. consulate building located on Gulangyu. Built with red bricks imported from the U.S., the building stands as a silent witness to the U.S. consular presence in Xiamen dating back to the first posting of a consul in Amoy in 1844.
Mrs. Huntsman Meets with Xiamen Women's Federation
On January 21, Mary Kaye Huntsman participated in a roundtable discussion hosted by the Xiamen Women's Federation. Nine leading women in the Xiamen community were present, including educators, lawyers, and government officials. Women's Federation President Weng Jinzhu told Mrs. Huntsman that women make up 51.1 percent of the professional population, and in the higher education system, more than 68 percent of the students are women.
Xiamen Port Officials Describe Transportation Links
On January 21, at the Dongdu Ferry Terminal, Xiamen Harbor Bureau Director General Wang Yong Jun provided an overview of the Xiamen port operations, highlighting the port's cross-strait connections. This briefing was followed by tour of the port's Haitian container terminal.
Ambassador Meets with Xiamen Media Representatives
On January 21, Ambassador Huntsman met with Xiamen-based media representatives. Although national media reported on the Ambassador's visit to Xiamen, the Fujian press (although present at the media event) was apparently prevented from publishing news about the Ambassador's visit.
Mayor Liu Cigui Welcomes Ambassador and Mrs. Huntsman to Xiamen
On January 21, the Ambassador met with Xiamen Mayor Liu Cigui, after which the Mayor hosted a welcome luncheon for the Ambassador, Mrs. Huntsman and the accompanying party.
Discussing U.S-China Relations at Xiamen University
On January 21, Ambassador Huntsman spoke with 200 clearly engaged students at Xiamen University and offered his assessment on the future of U.S.-China relations. The Ambassador responded to student questions and noted that the biggest challenge in the U.S.-China relationship is overcoming misunderstandings and misperceptions, noting that only after American better understand Chinese culture and Chinese citizens gain a better understanding of U.S. values will we begin to clearly see the dramatic scope of our shared interests. The Ambassador emphasized that learning each other's language and culture is vital to increasing understanding between both countries.
Ambassador Meets with Xiamen University President
On January 21, President Zhu Chongshi welcomed Ambassador Huntsman to Xiamen University. Ambassador Huntsman observed that the university had one of the most beautiful campuses that he had seen--anywhere in the world.
American Business Representatives Describe Business Environment
On January 21, Ambassador Huntsman met with representatives of American businesses in Xiamen during a breakfast meeting hosted by the American Chamber of South China. Participants described local business conditions and concerns.
Visit to the Xiamen Computer Market
On January 6, Officer-designee for Fujian visited the Xiamen computer market where he noted that several vendors were selling discounted--and presumably illegal--copies of popular software programs.
Officer-designee meets with Xiamen FAO
On January 6, Officer-designee for Fujian Gary Oba met with Deputy Director General Li Xiaoping of the Xiamen Foreign Affairs Office to discuss arrangements relating to an upcoming high-level visit.
Meeting with Xiamen Culture Bureau
On January 6, Xiamen Culture Bureau Deputy Director Hou Nanjiang met with Officer-designee for Fujian Gary Oba to discuss procedures for arranging performances in cooperation with the Culture Bureau.
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