07/01/2020 01:26 PM EDT Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Washington, D.C. Press Briefing Room SECRETARY POMPEO: Morning, everyone. How are you all today? Pretty good? QUESTION: How are you? SECRETARY POMPEO: I am good. And seeing as we’re now on the Fourth of July, or quickly approaching, I thought I’d lead off with some thoughts …
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The Chinese Communist Party’s Ideology and Global Ambitions Remarks delivered by National Security Advisor Robert C. O’Brien Well, thank you Governor. That was an extraordinarily kind introduction and for thinking of Kayla and her parents. We had them at the State of the Union. That was a very special occasion for the President and for …
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On the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, we honor and support victims and survivors throughout the world. We observe this day on the anniversary of the date on which the UN Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment came into effect; 166 countries including the United States …
Read More» For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO June 24, 2020 The Tide is Turning Toward Trusted 5G Vendors The tide is turning against Huawei as citizens around the world are waking up to the danger of the Chinese Communist Party’s surveillance state. Huawei’s deals with telecommunications operators around the world are evaporating, because …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO June 24, 2020 Empty Promises from the People’s Republic China in Africa The American people continue to stand with our partners across Africa in confronting the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ve invested more than $100 billion …
Read More» FACT SHEET June 11, 2020 U.S. Diplomatic Leadership in Support of Women, Peace, and Security For decades, American diplomats have supported women as leaders in efforts to prevent conflict, counter terrorism and violent extremism, and promote security around the world. In 2017, the United States became the first government in the world to enact comprehensive …
Read More» State Department Releases Women, Peace, and Security Implementation Plan 06/11/2020 12:52 PM EDT Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State The United States is leading by example in women’s empowerment on the global stage. Today the Department of State released its Plan to Implement the U.S. Strategy on Women, Peace, and Security . The Strategy focuses on supporting women leaders around the world who make contributions to global security, including by ensuring the Department and its …
Read More» 06/10/2020 01:07 PM EDT Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Washington, D.C. Press Briefing Room SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. It’s great to be with you all today. I’m here one more time, proudly, to talk about freedom and free societies. And while America is not a perfect nation by any means, we always strive …
Read More» For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO June 8, 2020 United States Designates Key Iranian Shipping Entities under Proliferation Authority as Tehran Continues to Expand Proliferation Sensitive Activities Today, sanctions against the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL) and its Shanghai-based subsidiary, E-Sail Shipping Company Ltd (E-Sail) have come into effect. Six …
Read More» STATEMENT BY MORGAN ORTAGUS, SPOKESPERSON June 3, 2020 31st Anniversary of Tiananmen Square Today we honor the brave Chinese people whose peaceful calls for democracy, human rights, and a corruption-free society came to a violent end when the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) sent the People’s Liberation Army into Tiananmen Square on June 4, 1989, armed with tanks and guns. …
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 29, 2020 PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP IS PROTECTING AMERICA FROM CHINA’S EFFORTS TO STEAL TECHNOLOGY AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY “Protecting the innovations, creations, and inventions that power our country are vital to our economic prosperity and national security.” – President Donald J. Trump SAFEGUARDING NATIONAL SECURITY: President Donald J. Trump is dismantling …
Read More» The People’s Republic of China (PRC) is engaged in a wide‑ranging and heavily resourced campaign to acquire sensitive United States technologies and intellectual property, in part to bolster the modernization and capability of its military, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). The PRC’s acquisition of sensitive United States technologies and intellectual property to modernize its military is a …
Read More» For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO May 27, 2020 Keeping the World Safe from Iran’s Nuclear Program Today, I am announcing the end of the sanctions waiver covering all remaining JCPOA-originating nuclear projects in Iran – the Arak reactor conversion, the provision of enriched uranium for the Tehran Research Reactor, and the …
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May 28, 2020 Joint Statement on Hong Kong The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Begin Text: Signatories to this statement reiterate our deep concern regarding Beijing’s decision to impose a national security law in Hong Kong. Hong Kong …
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May 27, 2020 The Freedom Online Coalition (FOC) is a group of 31 countries deeply committed to the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms proclaimed in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). We believe that the human rights and fundamental freedoms that individuals have offline must also be protected online. We are committed …
Read More» For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO May 27, 2020 PRC National People’s Congress Proposal on Hong Kong National Security Legislation Last week, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) National People’s Congress announced its intention to unilaterally and arbitrarily impose national security legislation on Hong Kong. Beijing’s disastrous decision is only the latest …
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For Immediate Release REMARKS TO THE PRESS Secretary Michael R. Pompeo At a Press Availability Press Briefing Room Washington, D.C. May 20, 2020 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. This morning, early, I had the chance to drive through Arlington Cemetery, and as we approach Memorial Day Weekend, I want to reflect on the sacrifices of …
Read More» STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO May 20, 2020 Delivering on American Commitments in the COVID-19 Response with Additional Foreign Assistance Months into fighting the COVID-19 pandemic at home and abroad, the United States is continuing to lead the global charge against the pandemic, building on decades of leadership in life-saving health and humanitarian assistance. …
Read More» STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO May 18, 2020 25th Anniversary of the Panchen Lama’s Disappearance The Department of State has made the promotion and protection of religious freedom a priority, especially in China, where people of all faiths face severe repression and discrimination. As part of that mission, on May 17, we marked the …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO May 15, 2020 The United States Protects National Security and Integrity of 5G Networks The U.S. government today took another step to protect U.S. national security and the integrity of 5G networks by expanding the Commerce Department’s foreign …
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Joint Statement on the 75th Anniversary of the end of the Second World War 05/07/2020 11:42 AM EDT Office of the Spokesperson The following is a joint statement by the U. S. Secretary of State and the Foreign Ministers of Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia. Begin text: Marking the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in 2020, we …
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05/06/2020 01:24 PM EDT Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Washington, D.C. Press Briefing Room SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. It’s been 128 days since Chinese doctor Ai Fen – the director of the Wuhan Central Hospital’s emergency unit – shared information on the internet about a patient with a SARS-like virus. Her colleague, Dr. …
Read More» In 1654, the first Jewish settlers arrived in New Amsterdam, present day New York City, seeking the freedom to practice their faith. In the centuries since, Jewish Americans have contributed in countless ways to our country’s culture and character. From the arts and sciences to business and public service, nearly every facet of our society …
Read More» ASIAN AMERICAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH, 2020 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Throughout our Nation’s history, Americans of Asian and Pacific Islander descent have made significant contributions to every aspect of our society, from business and politics to literature and the arts. …
Read More» “We are winning, and will win, the war on the Invisible Enemy!” – President Donald J. Trump In December 2019, the COVID-19 outbreak began in Wuhan, China. Unfortunately, the Chinese Communist Party delayed informing its citizens and other nations about the virus until it spread widely around the world, threatening Americans at home and abroad. The Trump Administration, including …
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Press Briefing Room Washington, D.C. SECRETARY POMPEO: But as we battle the pandemic, the administration – President Trump wants to make sure we execute our foreign policy mission. We are very focused on that even when the virus challenge confronts us all. That’s what I’ll spend my time talking to you about today. … We …
Read More» Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Washington, D.C. Press Briefing Room SECRETARY POMPEO: I want to lead off with three commemorations. First, we remember those slain in terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday. That was one year ago yesterday. Second, this week the administration honors the annual Holocaust Days of Remembrance. This is …
Read More» The United States and ASEAN are Partnering to Defeat COVID-19, Build Long-Term Resilience, and Support Economic Recovery 04/22/2020 11:31 PM EDT Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are enduring strategic partners as we respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and plan for economic recovery. We commit to continue our collaboration with ASEAN to beat this pandemic and get back to the business of building …
Read More» For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO April 22, 2020 The United States Continues Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response with More Than $270 Million in Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance For more than a half century, the United States has been the largest contributor to global health security and humanitarian assistance. Through the …
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Since 1970, Earth Day has provided an opportunity for all Americans to come together to celebrate the majestic natural beauty of our Nation and the world. The United States is blessed with breathtaking and plentiful natural wonders and resources, providing recreation and sustenance to millions throughout our country. On the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, …
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC April 20, 2020 The United States calls on the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to allow human rights lawyer Wang Quanzhang’s freedom of movement, including the ability to join his family in Beijing, now that he has been released after five years of unjust detention. …
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo With Hugh Hewitt of The Hugh Hewitt Show We’ve now brought home over 65,000 people from 110 countries, 550-some flights. It’s been quite the exercise, but it’s been great to get these people home back to their families. We still have folks who are raising their hand saying they want to – their assistance getting home, and we’re going to work to get …
Read More» FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 15, 2020 PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP IS DEMANDING ACCOUNTABILITY FROM THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION “I will never hesitate to take any necessary steps to protect the lives, health, and safety of the American people. I will always put the well-being of America first.” – President Donald J. Trump ACCOUNTABILITY FOR AMERICAN …
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo’s Call with Chinese Politburo Member Yang Jiechi 04/15/2020 12:59 PM EDT Office of the Spokesperson The following is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Yang Jiechi, Director of the Office of Foreign Affairs of the Communist Party of China. The Secretary stressed the need for full transparency and information sharing to combat the COVID-19 …
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James S. Brady Press Briefing Room SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you, Mr. President. Under the President’s leadership, my team and I at the State Department are doing our part to protect the American people from the virus and, importantly, to get them home. As you know, when many countries shut down their rail lines, their buses, …
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For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY MORGAN ORTAGUS, SPOKESPERSON April 6, 2020 PRC’s Reported Sinking of a Vietnamese Fishing Vessel in the South China Sea We are seriously concerned by reports of the PRC’s sinking of a Vietnamese fishing vessel in the vicinity of the Paracel Islands in the South China Sea. This incident is the latest …
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Office of the Spokesperson As the leader in the global health and humanitarian response to COVID-19, the United States has acted swiftly to support our ASEAN partners in combating the COVID-19 virus. Since the outbreak began, the U.S. government has provided approximately $18.3 million in emergency health and humanitarian assistance to ASEAN Member States. Globally, as …
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For Immediate Release REMARKS Secretary Michael R. Pompeo Remarks to the Press March 31, 2020 Press Briefing Room Washington, D.C. SECRETARY POMPEO: Now turning to the State Department’s truly heroic efforts to repatriate Americans. It was Superbowl Sunday, February 2nd, when we all still had live sports on TV. Our team was working that day to …
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FACT SHEET March 31, 2020 The U.S. Role in International Organizations’ Response to COVID-19 “Whenever you see high quality, effective COVID-19 aid being delivered around the world by UN humanitarian and relief agencies, what you are seeing is the generosity of the American people and those who share our humanitarian values. We are by far …
Read More» Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson March 31, 2020 Full return of all members of the National Assembly (AN); Supreme Court (TSJ) lifts order of contempt and restores all powers to the AN, including immunities for deputies; National Constituent Assembly (ANC) is dissolved. The U.S. lifts sanctions imposed on ANC members due to their membership …
Read More» link: https://www.state.gov/the-united-states-proposes-a-framework-for-a-peaceful-democratic-transition-in-venezuela/ Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State On March 31, the United States proposed a pathway to resolving Venezuela’s crisis by means of a peaceful, democratic transition. This framework calls for the establishment of broadly acceptable transitional government to administer free and fair presidential elections and a pathway to lifting Venezuela-related U.S. sanctions. It builds …
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03/17/2020 04:01 PM EDT Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Washington, D.C. Press Briefing Room SECRETARY POMPEO: Good afternoon, everyone. As you all know, the Trump administration continues to put an enormous amount of energy into combating the Wuhan virus and protecting the American people. We’re highly engaged here at the State Department on that …
Read More» CHINA (INCLUDES TIBET, HONG KONG, AND MACAU) 2019 HUMAN RIGHTS REPORT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The People’s Republic of China (PRC) is an authoritarian state in which the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is the paramount authority. CCP members hold almost all top government and security apparatus positions. Ultimate authority rests with the CCP Central Committee’s …
Read More» Want to network with other fellow Americans in your area? Want to learn about current U.S.-China relations? Join Consul General Jim Levy from the U.S. Consulate General at our Meet & Greet event in Haikou on September 26! If you would like additional details, please send a message with your name and U.S. passport number …
Read More» STATEMENT BY MORGAN ORTAGUS, SPOKESPERSON August 21, 2019 China Escalates Coercion against Vietnam’s Longstanding Oil and Gas Activity in the South China Sea The United States is deeply concerned that China is continuing its interference with Vietnam’s longstanding oil and gas activities in Vietnam’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) claim. This calls into serious question China’s commitment, …
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 10, 2019Statement By U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer on Section 301 ActionWashington, DC – U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer today released the following statement regarding additional action under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974:“Earlier today, at the direction of the President, the United States increased the level of tariffs from …
Read More» The U.S. Consulate General Guangzhou invites American citizens and their immediate family members to a Town Hall on Friday, April 26th from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm in Lincoln Hall. We will have a Q&A with consulate staff, provide information on U.S. consulate and community services of interest to Americans, and there will be food and …
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Despite the final lopsided 85-0 win for the U-Penn Quakers over the American Football League of China All-Stars, the 2019 Ambassadors Bowl capped off a week of sports diplomacy. The historic game, which drew a capacity crowd of 3,200, marked the first time for an Ivy League school to play a game of football on …
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THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary ________________________________________________________________ For Immediate Release February 22, 2019 REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP IN MEETING WITH VICE PREMIER LIU HE OF THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA Oval Office 2:31 P.M. EST PRESIDENT …
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A total of 27 student youth reporters from Shanghai Student Post visited Shanghai American Center to meet with U.S. Consular Officer Danette Sullivan. After a brief presentation by Sullivan, the students conducted a group an in-depth interview with her on U.S. non-immigrant visas. Sullivan introduced the categories of visas that people often apply for, the …
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This week, at the direction of President Donald J. Trump, officials from the United States traveled to Beijing to continue negotiations on the trade relationship between the United States and China. On the United States side, the talks were led by Ambassador Robert E. Lighthizer, the United States Trade Representative, and the Honorable Steven T. …
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Remarks as prepared for delivery TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: Madam Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States, and my fellow Americans: We meet tonight at a moment of unlimited potential. As we begin a new Congress, I stand here ready to work with you to achieve …
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Partnering with New York University-Shanghai, PAS Shanghai enthusiastically welcomed Michelle Kwan, the most decorated figure skater in US history, for two days of cultural diplomacy and exchange activities. Starting out with a visit to the mega-skating center established by China’s first Winter Olympics gold medalist, Ms. Yang Yang, Michelle interacted with 140 beginner kindergartner skaters …
Read More» U.S. Consul General Sean Stein and Public Affairs Officer Pauline Kao attended the first International Education Innovation Conference in Shanghai. At the opening ceremony, Consul General Sean Stein clarified the misinformation on U.S. student visa policies and expressed continued welcome of Chinese students to the United States. PAO Officer Pauline Kao discussed the excellence of …
Read More» Consul General Stein Learnt to Cook ‘Wensi Tofu’” video was posted on Weibo, showcasing CG Stein’s first foray into this famous traditional delicacy in the Huaiyang region. Press here to view the video.
Read More» As the United States’ Ambassador in Beijing, I have the great pleasure of representing the American people to China’s government and 1.3 billion people. I lead a talented team of American diplomats who, today, are prioritizing a rebalance in our trade and investment relationship with China for the benefit of American business, workers, and farmers. …
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Shanghai Mainland China’s first-ever deaf-led film and arts festival, the Shanghai International Deaf Film Festival (SHIDFF), took place September 21-23 in Shanghai. PAS provided funding to support American deaf filmmaker, Joel Barish, to participate in workshops, trainings, and film screenings during the festival. Working collaboratively with the organizers, he will co-produce a documentary on the …
Read More» Brad Glosserman, senior advisor to the Pacific Forum located in Honolulu and Visiting Professor to Tama University in Tokyo, Japan, presented his views on the new U.S. Indo-Pacific strategy. Glosserman is considered an expert on Asia-Pacific security issues, and his opinion pieces and commentary regularly feature in media around the globe. In an hour long …
Read More» Consular Officer Hiram Rios Hernandez and Public Affairs Assistant Xie Pianpian attended the opening ceremony of “The Rise of Modernity-The First Generation of Chinese Architects from the University of Pennsylvania.” This exhibition, held at the Power Station of Art, celebrates the first generation of Chinese architects who trained at Penn in the 1920s-1930s. The group …
Read More» In an interview with a NetEase reporter, U.S. Consulate Shanghai’s Outreach Summer Intern Madison Heher shared her personal experience as a competitive collegiate athlete. The interview was published on “Jian Wai,” an online news channel run by NetEase News. The article covered NCAA, American athletic scholarships and campus sports opportunities for American students. It also discussed how American universities select …
Read More» Leading off PAS Shanghai’s Summer IVLP (International Visitor Leadership Program) Alumni Speaker Series, Qian Shijin (IVLP 1988), spoke to a rapt audience on how his IVLP experience impacted his career trajectory and professional aspirations. Lacking previous interest or knowledge of Broadway, during his time in the U.S. he became fascinated with Les Mis and the …
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Consul General Stein delivered opening remarks at the Third U.S.-China Entertainment Law Conference co-hosted by the United Patent and Trademark Office, Loyola Law School Los Angles, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Peking University School of Law, Beijing Film Academy and Shanghai Film Group. The conference brought together over 250 senior policymaker, academics, business executives, and international …
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Shanghai American Center hosted Rafi Taherian, Associate Vice President of Yale Hospitality, for a talk titled “Sustainable Green Campus Food”. Rafi visited the ShAC and delivered a speech during his “Green Dining at Yale” 2018 China Tour. During this talk, Rafi shared his values, vision, and strategy towards Yale’s Green Dining: while still considering food …
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Office of the U.S. Trade Representative Executive Office of the President Washington, D.C. March 22, 2018 Section 301 Fact Sheet Following a Memorandum from President Trump, on August 18, 2017, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) initiated an investigation under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 into the government of China’s acts, policies, and …
Read More» CG Sean Stein gave opening remarks and DPO Gwen Cardno participated in a panel discussion focusing on women and economic development at the first annual World Women Economic Forum Summit in Shanghai. Other panel members included members of the diplomatic and business communities.
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Last June I arrived in Beijing as the U.S. Ambassador to China. My first day here, I stood next to my wife and family and talked about the U.S.-China relationship with journalists, feeling energized and honored to be representing America. With no time to rest, we got to work right away. In July, we sliced …
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Embracing the holiday spirit, CG Stein delivered a box of Washington state apples to a pleasantly surprised VIP Tmall customer. This holiday season, Washington Apple Commission (WAC) teamed up with Alibaba’s Tmall for a seasonal promotion. As part of the promotion, WAC organized a Washington apple roadshow and conducted apple sampling for consumers in a …
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Ambassador Branstad visited the Roots & Shoots club at Minli Middle School in Shanghai, where students showed him their rooftop garden, composting projects, and all-natural products that they made themselves. Roots & Shoots was founded in 1991 by Jane Goodall to educate young people about environmental issues.
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On their second day in Beijing, President Trump and First Lady Melania attended a grand Welcome Ceremony at the Great Hall of the People. President Trump, President Xi and other leaders met to discuss bilateral relations and announce business deals between the United States and China. The First Lady and Madame Peng toured an elementary …
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President Trump and the First Lady arrived at the Great Hall of the People in Tiananmen Square for a Welcome Ceremony kicking off today’s bilateral meetings, focused on trade and regional security issues.
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President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump arrived in China today. President Xi and Madame Peng greeted the two warmly in Beijing. Together they toured the Forbidden City to learn about restoration efforts for historic Chinese sites. Their evening concluded with a special performance of Peking Opera, a Chinese cultural tradition.
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Consul General Stein joined senior leadership from Jazz at Lincoln Center (JALC) in New York, Shanghai Bund Investment Group senior executives, and local government officials to open JALC Shanghai, a venture in the making since 2012 that seeks to preserve the Shanghai Bund’s historical legacy and cultural elements. The evening began with formal remarks and …
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Ambassador Branstad met with a group of expert “Shanghai hands” at the historic Jinjiang Hotel, where they discussed the history of Shanghai, its current state, and possibilities for the future. Afterwards, the Ambassador went on a tour of the hall where the Shanghai Communique was signed in 1972. In the afternoon, Ambassador Branstad visited the …
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CG Stein met with the Deputy Director of the Nanjing Museum on his first trip to Jiangsu Province. After a tour of the museum, he gave a televised interview to the Jiangsu provincial media, in which he talked about his goals for his tenure as Consul General and opportunities for growth in the relationship between …
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CG Stein held a roundtable press conference for local Shanghai media. Fourteen journalists from ten publications were in attendance. CG Stein introduced himself and previewed his priorities for his tenure in Shanghai. He answered questions about his prior experience in China, U.S.-China trade, and Chinese students in the United States.
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Sean Stein, U.S. Consulate Shanghai’s new Consul General, has arrived. During the coming weeks, Consul General Stein will meet with key government officials, business leaders, and community members to introduce himself hear their views on issues important to the U.S.-China relationship. Read his arrival statement here: “I am excited to return to China as Consul …
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EducationUSA Shanghai Adviser Xie Pianpian was invited by Hult Business School’s Shanghai Rotating Center to give a talk to a group of 20 students from Shanghai International Studies University (SISU). Xie introduced EducationUSA, resources to assist students in developing their applications to U.S. graduate schools, and differences between U.S. and China higher education systems, as …
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U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue traveled to Beijing & Shanghai June 29-30 and July 1 to hold meetings with Vice Premiere Wang Yang and Minister Han Changfu of the Ministry of Agriculture as well as participate in special ceremonies to mark the return of high quality U.S. beef to the Chinese market after a …
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Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced the return of U.S. beef to Shanghai and the rest of China during a cooking demonstration at Shanghai’s premier IAPM City’Super grocery store. Perdue noted the pride American cattle farmers feel in being able to once again provide Chinese consumers with high quality beef. Celebrity chef and Wisconsin native …
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Cultural Affairs Officer Joshua Lustig delivered a talk on how “all politics is local” to an audience of 16 Chinese. Lustig highlighted the importance of state governments, city councils, and school boards, as well as the many ways Americans can get involved in governing their local communities. Audience members were intrigued by the decentralized nature …
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Cultural Affairs Officer Joshua Lustig relayed Secretary of State Rex Tillerson’s message of support for the LGBTI community to an audience of 70 activists and the general public at the opening of the American portion of ShanghaiPRIDE’s pride week film festival. Public Affairs was a co-sponsor for the event, which helped ShanghaiPRIDE obtain copyrights to …
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Consul General Hanscom Smith gave remarks at Wenzhou-Kean University’s (WKU) second commencement ceremony. WKU is a joint U.S. – China program that was established on November 16, 2011 and began accepting students in 2012, making last year’s Class of 2016 the first graduating class. Kean University, a New Jersey state school, is responsible for managing …
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Consular Officer Melanie Smith delivered opening remarks about the concept of the American Dream, the Melting Pot, individualism, and business innovation during opening remarks for Jiaotong University’s American Cultural month, which was attended by over 200 students and faculty. The event, which was attended by several high level university officials, featured student-led celebrations of American …
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Anhui province’s first-ever High School Guidance Counselor Workshop empowered guidance counselors from across East and Central China to encourage their students to study in America. The workshop, held at Hefei’s prestigious #2 High School, brought together 50 counselors representing thousands of students from Anhui, Shanghai, Zhejiang, Jiangsu, and Henan provinces. These counselors participated in sessions …
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Public Affairs Shanghai invited novelist Ms. Zhou Jianing, a returned alumna of the 2016 International Writing Program (IWP), to give a talk at the Shanghai American Center about her experience attending the IWP at the University of Iowa , one of the world’s most well-known IWP programs. Ms. Zhou briefed the 60 literature fans on the history of the IWP program, …
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Pulitzer-prize winning editor Jim Amoss began his speaking tour in Shanghai with a series of official and public engagements. At Fudan University, he explained to undergraduates how Hurricane Katrina not only ravaged New Orleans in 2005 but shattered his newspaper’s traditional way of reporting. In the wake of the storms devastation, he and his colleagues …
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English Language Fellow Austin Pack continued his teaching English language workshop series with a session on cross-cultural communication at the Shanghai American Center for a packed house of 76 local students, teachers and young professionals. The workshop centered around comparing and contrasting the differences in U.S. and Chinese communication styles, ideas about rank and power, …
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In celebration of World Intellectual Property Day, the Shanghai Public Affairs Section teamed up with the Shanghai Patent and Trade Office and the Motion Picture Association of American (MPAA) to host a special screening of the movie Joy— a critically acclaimed film that follows the true story of a woman who built her own business …
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In honor of Earth Day and in order to address environmental issues and wildlife protection, Public Affairs Shanghai launched the “Earth Day 20-Year Retrospective Poster Show (1997-2016)” at Jing’an District Library, one of the most popular local libraries in Shanghai. Public Affairs Officer Brian Gibel delivered welcome remarks to the audience of over 40 officials, …
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A high level forum on the local implementation of China’s anti-domestic violence law at Shanghai’s PwC Innovation Centre brought together over 100 leaders from government, civil society, academia and business to discuss ongoing challenges and practical solutions. The forum, which U.S. Consulate Shanghai co-hosted with UN Women, the Shanghai’s Women’s Federation, and the Australian Consulate, featured …
Read More» Official Written Content Contest Rules – American Foodie Tour Contest Sponsors [1] The American Foodie Tour Contest is organized by the U.S. Foreign Commercial Service in Beijing and the U.S. Embassy. Description of Contest Objectives The purpose of this contest is to promote increased travel by Chinese citizens to the United States, and in particular …
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Agriculture Trade Office Shanghai Director Valerie Brown previewed the Cooking with MeiMei video series, part of ATO Shanghai’s Savor USA campaign, which aims to enhancing the understanding of American cuisine by presenting the great diversity of food in the United States. The multi-episode series, which will be released via Post’s social media accounts, will feature …
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Consul General Hanscom Smith and Agriculture Trade Office Shanghai Director Valerie Brown hosted a wine tasting to celebrate the launch of American Wine Merchant on Tmall.com , an online store where consumers can purchase quality American wine. The event which featured 30 vintages from California, Oregon, Washington and New York drew Shanghai lifestyle media, wine traders, and representatives from the …
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February 15, Shanghai – In the first of a three-part series on American Volunteerism, Vice Consul Doug Mann kicked off this program with an overview of the history of volunteerism in the United States. Mann explained that America and its development have been closely linked to the work of volunteers since its founding. From volunteer …
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Feb. 15, Jiaxing – Consul General Hanscom Smith traveled to Jiaxing and met with Bluebird, a Jiaxing-based community service NGO. Bluebird has nearly 500 young volunteers helping Chinese with disabilities, providing elder care service and more with a theme of “helping people help themselves.” Accompanied by Outreach Unit Chief Mary Sue Fields and Outreach Unit …
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February 10, 2017 Good morning! As U.S. Consul General, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to the Groundbreaking Ceremony for our new Consulate office in Wuhan! Thank you all for joining us today. I would especially like to thank Mayor Wan, and Director General Yan representing the Hubei Provincial Government for being part …
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February 10, 2017 (Wuhan) The U.S. Consulate General in Wuhan broke ground today on the site of their future office in the Minsheng Bank Building in Hankou. When the new site is completed, the Wuhan Consulate will offer non-immigrant visa and other consular services, including services for the American citizen community. Construction on the …
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Lectures and video begin at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon at the U.S. Consulate General. First come, first serve. Please remember to bring identification cards for entry. In addition to our weekly English lecture series, the Consulate offers an American movie night the second Thursday of each month. Following each movie we have an English-language …
Read More» The U.S. National Travel and Tourism Strategy set a goal of welcoming 100 million international visitors to the United States by the end of 2021. As the second largest source of spending on U.S. travel and tourism, China is essential to achieving this goal. In 2014, Chinese visitors spent $24 billion traveling to U.S. cities, …
Read More» To mark the 800th anniversary of the sealing of the celebrated legal text, Hereford Cathedral’s Magna Carta – one of only four extant examples of the original, is on public exhibition in the U.S. Consulate on 19 and 20 October 2015, in partnership with the U.K. Consulate. Over 4,000 guests came by to see Magna …
Read More» Nov. 17, Shanghai – Together with the Economic Section, Shanghai Public Affairs arranged a round table media event for Consul General Hanscom Smith during which four young Shanghai area-based entrepreneurs who attended last year’s Global Entrepreneurship Summit in Silicon Valley discussed their lessons learned. Smith moderated a broad discussion which touched on entrepreneurship and American …
Read More» Nov. 15, Shanghai – In addition to reporting the eight percent increase in the number of Chinese students studying in the United States, this year’s Report on International Educational Exchange media event offered the six media outlets who attended Shanghai’s event insights from seven Chinese graduates of American universities. The proud alumni spoke of the …
Read More» Nov. 13, Shanghai – Consul General Hanscom Smith hosted Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts and his trade mission of 69 delegates to Shanghai. He provided remarks at an evening reception with over 200 attendees, touting the importance of the U.S.-China relationship and the role U.S. states play in deepening the cultural and economic ties between the …
Read More» Nov. 9, Shanghai – Consulate General Shanghai hosted an election watch event that was attended by over 300 Chinese academics, students, members of civil society, AmCham, and the foreign diplomatic corps. Public Affairs created an interactive space where attendees could learn about the election process, candidates, and the main election issues. Life-size cut outs of …
Read More» Oct. 17, Shanghai – Speaking at the Columbia-Fudan University Global Summit on Aging and Health, Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) David Rank delivered a keynote address on U.S.-China collaborations on healthcare and medical research. The DCM discussed the role of healthy, engaged, and productive older citizens in Chinese and U.S. society, and highlighted U.S.-China collaboration …
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On October 14, Ambassador Baucus convened the fourth in his Ambassador’s IPR Roundtable series, “Enforcing Intellectual Property Rights in a Global Economy: Current Trends and Challenges in China.” More than 150 representatives from the Chinese government, industry, and IP community attended the event. In his keynote remarks, Ambassador Baucus emphasized the need to have effective …
Read More» Oct. 14, Suzhou – Shanghai Agricultural Trade Office Director Valerie Brown made remarks at the 21st Graduation Ceremony of the Tecsun-Luban Technical School of Carpentry. Brown extended warm congratulations to the graduates, encouraging them to use the skills they learned to create sustainable and comfortable environments for their own families and their communities. She pointed …
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On October 3, CG Smith attended a Rosh Hashana service at the Ohel Moshe Synagogue in Shanghai. Rosh Hashanah is a Jewish holiday that marks the beginning of a new year. According to the Jewish calendar, this celebration marks the start of year 5777. See photo of the CG with Rabbi David S. Wolfman and Kehilat …
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September 26, Shanghai – EducationUSA teamed up with Information Resource Center (IRC) for a joint event to show prospective students how to use the free educational resources at the Public Affairs Section (PAS) to find U.S. study opportunities. EducationUSA Advisor Xie Pianpian introduced the many books, online resources and reference materials the IRC offers. PAS …
Read More» Architect / Engineer Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, LLP American General Contractor B.L. Harbert International, LLC Chinese General Contractor China Huashi Enterprises LTD Site 7.4 acres Office Space 18,000 gross square meters Total Project Cost $267 million ($11M Design; $256M Construction) GENERAL INFORMATION The new Consulate General is located on a 7.4 -acre urban site in …
Read More» Sep. 20, Shanghai – In celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Fulbright program, Public Affairs Section Shanghai hosted a reception for 30 American and Chinese Fulbright alumni that focused on networking and setting the stage for future alumni activities. Cultural Affairs Officer Josh Lustig welcomed guests and emphasized the need for even greater cooperation …
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September 4-6, Hangzhou – President Barack Obama attended his tenth and final G20 summit in Hangzhou. During the summit, President Obama and President Xi affirmed their commitment to managing differences and expanding cooperation on a range of issues. UN Secretary General Ban-Ki Moon joined Obama and Xi when they formally joined the Paris Agreement, marking …
Read More» Aug. 7-9, Shanghai – Secretary of Education John B. King Jr. spent 3 days learning about the strengths of and challenges faced by Shanghai’s world-renowned public education system during a program organized by the Shanghai Public Affairs Section. Secretary King joined Ambassador Max Baucus in engagements with Shanghai’s education community, students, parents, experts and Chinese …
Read More» Aug. 3, Shanghai – Consular Officer Stephen Sanders led a discussion about film Swing Vote as a way to shed light on the importance of swing votes and the big role they can have in determining the outcome of an election in the United States. The film was very well received by the audience, as …
Read More» On August 1, 1946, President Harry Truman signed into law legislation introduced by Senator J. William Fulbright of Arkansas, creating the Fulbright Program. Fulbright Act just celebrated its 70th Anniversary this year. The legislation authorized the use of proceeds from the sale of surplus war property from World War II to fund the “promotion of …
Read More» July 28-29, Chengdu – EducationUSA welcomed Consulate summer interns Chandler Williams and Justin Oh to host an English-language dialogue about American culture which was attended by both local secondary school and college students, most visiting the Consulate for the first time. Williams and Oh successfully facilitated a panel discussion that highlighted the everyday contrasts between …
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July 27, In cooperation with the local NGO 5 Colors Foundation, which teaches art to disabled minority children, PAS Chengdu hosted the Activism through Art program and exhibit program, which attracted over 200 visitors to the Consulate .The program included a brief program followed by the opening of the art exhibit, which included 19 original …
Read More» Jul. 25, Shanghai – As interest in U.S. high school continues to grow amongst Chinese young people and their parents, The Shanghai American Center (ShAC) hosted a panel featuring five American high school students participating on a Mandarin language program to discuss their own high school experience. The students, who come from different regions of …
Read More» From July 23-24, 2016, the G-20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting was held in Chengdu. During a press conference held by the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Treasury Secretary Jacob J. Lew said that the implementation of structural reforms is very difficult on a global scale, and will not have an immediate effect, …
Read More» Jun. 18, Shanghai – Economic Officer Arati Shroff moderated Lean In Shanghai’s annual career development panel for over 100 young, female Chinese millennials and spoke about how to cultivate the necessary skills to navigate an international career, across cultures, continents, and generations. Established and up-and-coming Chinese entrepreneurs and senior executives exchanged views on how Chinese …
Read More» July 18-20, Director of the Kissinger Institute on China and the United States at the Woodrow Wilson Center, Robert Daly, visited Chengdu on the first stop of his speaking tour to China. During his three-day program, Daly gave four lectures to audiences that totaled over 300 people on the topic of the United States presidential …
Read More» July 17, Shanghai – Representatives from US Consulate Shanghai spoke to a packed forum about U.S. higher education at the 2016 Citibank Young Talent Summer Camp in Shanghai. EducationUSA Advisor Xie Pianpian kicked off the session by giving an overview of the U.S. higher education system and differences between U.S. and Chinese higher education systems. …
Read More» “Path to Harmony: The United States and China, 1784-1979,” is a photographic exhibition highlighting the long history of relations between the United States and China. The exhibit was hosted at the Changning District Library from July 13 to July 27, 2016.
Read More» July 9, Chengdu – Assistant Public Affairs Officer Elizabeth Jones opened the first Chengdu Fancy Music Drum Festival, which hosted eight world-renowned drummers, including 4 Americans, for two days of performances and master classes in Chengdu. The drummers represented the diversity and innovation of the American music scene and encouraged the amateur musicians in the …
Read More» June 20-25, Kunming, Chengdu, Guizhou – American entrepreneur, Jason Keehn, Founder and CEO of www.accompanyus.com , visited three provinces in Southwest China as part of a U.S. speaker program on entrepreneurship, socially-conscious business and cultural preservation. In Yunnan and Guizhou, two of the most diverse provinces in China, Keehn interacted with audiences consisting of students, aspiring …
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Jun. 17, Nanjing – Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Lisa Heller delivered inspiring remarks to new graduates, parents, and high level dignitaries from the U.S. and China at the 30-year commencement ceremony of the prestigious Hopkins-Nanjing Center. Heller spoke about the need for graduates of the program to use their superior cross cultural knowledge and …
Read More» Jun. 16 & 21, Chengdu – EducationUSA Adviser Zhao Minting offered one-on-one counseling to 14 students who are interested in studying in the United States on EducationUSA Open Day. During the 30-minute session, each student introduced his or her basic information to the adviser and asked many specific questions, such as how to pick the …
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June 15-16, Shanghai – Ambassador Max Baucus joined Disney CEO Bob Igor, Chinese Vice Premier Wang Yang, Shanghai Party Secretary Han Zheng, and Shanghai Mayor Yang Xiong in officially launching the Shanghai Disney Resort, the very first Disney park in mainland China. Hundreds of media outlets, both local and international, joined the grand opening gala …
Read More» Jun. 14-15, Shanghai – Information Officer Felix Salazar, Media Assistant Abby Fang, and summer hire Daniel Wolff interviewed Chinese wrestlers participating for a selective spot on World Wrestling Entertainment’s (WWE) exclusive training program in the U.S.; and then attended the WWE press conference during which the first Chinese national to earn a development contract was …
Read More» Jun. 8, Chongqing (Chengdu) – Chengdu English Language Fellow Rebekah Gordon provided teachers with a teaching demonstration lesson while sharing American culture with students at the Primary School Affiliated with Southwest University. Gordon explained the cultural origins of Father’s Day in both America and China then focused on teaching students six new adjectives that could …
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U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry, second left, speaks as U.S. Secretary of Treasury Jacob Lew, left, Chinese Vice Premier Wang Yang, second right, and Chinese State Councilor Yang Jiechi listen to him during a closing statements of the U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue at the Great Hall
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Jun. 6-7, Chengdu – Students and lovers of music in Chengdu participated in workshops, joined Conga lines, and danced to the cosmopolitan beats of Matuto, a New York-based band that is currently touring China as part of the State Department’s American Music Abroad program. The five-member band, comprising two guitarists, two percussionists and a rip-roaring accordionist, …
Read More» May 26 and June 5, Chengdu – In a prelude to the competition, a public Block Party held at popular entertainment district Lankwaifung featured a flash mob, performances by young student dancers, and a freestyle dance contest that anyone could join. A few days later at the finale, 2000 people watched 23 teams from all …
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During a whirlwind 5-day program of soccer clinics, media interviews and coach training workshops from May 25-29, Sports Envoys Linda Hamilton and Lauren Gregg inspired thousands of female athletes in east China with their stories from their time on the World Cup-champion U.S. National Team. At almost a dozen programs, the Envoys spoke about the …
Read More» May 23, Shanghai – Consul General Hanscom Smith delivered opening remarks at an event held by Visit California, the state’s travel and tourism office. With support from the U.S. Foreign Commercial Service in Shanghai, over 200 people attended this travel and tourism event. At the event California announced and introduced four celebrity “Dreamer” ambassadors who …
Read More» May 19, Shanghai – During a trip to promote educational exchange, Julia Chang Bloch, the first Asian American to be appointed Ambassador, sat for a Public Affairs Section-filmed interview. Ambassador Bloch described her extensive career in international affairs and government service, beginning in 1964 as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Malaysia and culminating as U.S. …
Read More» May 11, Shanghai – Public Affairs Section Chief Brian Gibel promoted U.S. study and the merits of EducationUSA at a joint Shanghai Education Commission and Shanghai Jiaotong University Forum on Higher Education. The Education Commission, university leadership, and other senior officials from foreign consulates discussed the importance of the internationalization of China’s higher education at …
Read More» May 10, Shanghai – The Shanghai American Center hosted Rodney Hollingsworth and Uche Sam, two expat American rappers, for a workshop on hip hop culture and freestyle rap. Sam and Hollingsworth emphasized how hip hop has played a role in giving disenfranchised Americans a voice to talk about issues in their communities and how this …
Read More» May 8, Hanghzhou – Ambassador Baucus highlighted U.S.-China cooperation in the issue of climate change and natural resource conservation at a dinner hosted by Jack Ma and The Nature Conservancy (THC) in Hangzhou. Members of TNC’s China Board of Trustees include Jack Ma, Pony Ma, and Ying Wu, who just took over the chairmanship of …
Read More» May 6-10, Shanghai – Vice Admiral Joseph Aucoin, Commander of the U.S. Seventh Fleet, arrived aboard the USS Blue Ridge on May 6 as part of a mission to deepen its relationship with the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy. During their time here, sailors and marines got a chance to play basketball with PLA Navy …
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Apr. 26, Huai’An, Jiangsu – Outreach Chief Molly Koscina met with University leadership and 60 students at HuaiYin Normal University. A dozen elementary education undergraduates will be departing this summer for a junior year abroad at Sam Houston State University, the first exchange program in Huai’An to receive full academic accreditation. Consular Officer Jason Hwang …
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Apr. 8, Shanghai – Public Affairs Section and the Shanghai Education Channel launched a new partnership to highlight EducationUSA’s work in Shanghai during an event to talk about Fine Arts graduate programs in the U.S. In addition to filming the presentation, a film crew also interviewed George Washington University’s Melissa Busskohl on the importance of …
Read More» Apr. 15, Shanghai – Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Michele Thoren Bond travelled to China to attend the annual U.S.-China bilateral Consular Dialogue, which was hosted by the Chinese Government. During her final stop in Shanghai, she sat for a group interview to emphasize the simple and inexpensive nature of the Electronic Visa …
Read More» April 15, Shanghai – Shanghai Deputy Principal Officer Gwendolyn Cardno delivered opening remarks at this year’s SHero Women and Diversity forum, which brought together female leaders from business, media and government to discuss women’s workplace issues in China. DPO Cardno’s remarks focused on the need for greater inclusion for women and highlighted how American female …
Read More» Apr. 14, Shanghai – The U.S. Commercial Service in Shanghai together with Public Affairs Section Shanghai hosted a panel of senior care experts to introduce best aspects and practices of the U.S. Senior Care industry at the Shanghai American Center. The event featured a 30-minute documentary showcasing senior care in the United States, followed by …
Read More» Apr. 13, Hangzhou – Information Officer Felix Salazar gave congratulatory remarks at the inauguration of a new cooperative education institute established by the University of Illinois (UIUC) and Zhejiang University (ZJU). The ZJU-UICU Institute will welcome its first group of engineering students this fall and graduates will receive degrees from both schools. This is the …
Read More» Apr. 8, Hefei – Ambassador Baucus visited Hefei University of Technology’s (HFUT) E-Vehicle Lab on his first visit to Hefei, Anhui Province. The new energy vehicle lab showcases the collaboration between Ohio State University and HFUT. The eco-partnership brings together cities, local governments, NGOs, and private companies to cooperate on projects that address global challenges …
Read More» Apr. 20, Shanghai – American DJ Leven Smith gave a presentation on the history and development of electronic music in the United States at the Shanghai American Center (ShAC). While he mixed music from his sound board, he explained how over 100 years ago sound innovators laid the foundation for today’s multi-billion dollar electronic music …
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Mar. 31, Shanghai – Consul General Hanscom Smith hosted a Direct Line Webinar with U.S. businesses and trade associations on the topic of China’s rising middle class and the increasing demand for natural and safe food products. Webinar participants also heard from Shanghai Agricultural Trade Office Director Valerie Brown, Economic Officer Rian Jensen, and AmCham …
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Mar. 29, Shanghai – Consul General Hanscom Smith met with the Shanghai Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) Vice President Li Yiping at the CPPCC consultative center. The two sides exchanges opinions on how to further increase cooperation within the Shanghai Free Trade Zone and the Science and Innovation Center.
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Mar. 22, Shanghai – As part of the Consulate’s women’s history, approximately 40 people came to the Shanghai American Center on Tuesday evening to watch “Big Dream,” a documentary about empowering girls to pursue a future in STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Economic Officer Arati Shroff introduced the film, talked about the importance …
Read More» Mar. 21, Hangzhou – Outreach Unit Chief Molly Koscina visited Zhejiang University’s Zhu Renmin Museum and met with Art Professor Zhu Renmin. The new museum was opened on the occasion of the school’s recent 115th anniversary and is named after Professor Zhu Renmin in honor of his artistic and academic achievements. Qianjiang Channel of Zhejiang …
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Mar. 20, Shanghai – EducationUSA Advisor Xie Pianpian teamed up with Linden Educational Services, which organizes recruitment tours for U.S. institutions, in Shanghai to give free advising services to Chinese students on U.S. study abroad opportunities. Beyond her advising sessions, which focused on how to best identify a school that fits each individual students’ needs, …
Read More» Mar. 19, Shanghai – During his final stop in China, Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz sat for an interview with Shanghai-based Dragon TV. The nearly four-minute long piece highlighted U.S. – China cooperation to combat climate change and the importance of clean energy innovation. Watch Dragon TV interview Watch Secretary Moniz’s clean energy message
Read More» Mar. 17, Shanghai – Consul General Hanscom Smith engaged 80 Suzhou University Foreign Language School students at Suzhou University. Students asked a wide range of questions, covering topics such as the responsibility of media consumers, the launch of EVUS, and contrasts and similarities between the Chinese and the American dream. Students were particularly curious about …
Read More» March 15, Shanghai – The Shanghai Public Affairs Section participated in a mission-wide press conference via DVC to announce the forthcoming Electronic Visa Update System. CBP attaché Kent Krul and MCCA Julie Kavanagh led the EVUS press conference which was attended by more than 50 Chinese media outlets across the country. In addition to describing …
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The Shanghai American Center continued with its monthly “Sessions@theShAC” series, which features local expat musicians telling stories and performing their favorite genre of American music. This month’s program was on classic R&B and featured singer Denise Minnifeld and guitarist Eddy Louis. Click HERE to see video footage.
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Mar. 1, Shanghai – Consul General Hanscom Smith hosted a reception for Moot Shanghai 2016 participants. Over 25 teams from 10 countries participated in the sixth annual Moot Shanghai competition, which was started and still run by Fulbright alumnus Fan Mingchao. The 80 guests at the Consulate reception represented a mix of different competing schools, …
Read More» Feb. 26, Shanghai – Consul General Hanscom Smith delivered remarks at the grand opening of “Alan Wong’s Shanghai,” a new Hawaiian restaurant in Shanghai. Alan Wong, is considered one of the godfathers of modern Hawaiian cuisine. CG Smith congratulated Chef Wong on his new restaurant and spoke about the incredible cultural and food heritage of …
Read More» Feb. 25-28, Shanghai – Treasury Secretary Jacob J. Lew attended the G-20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting where he met with his international counterparts to discuss strong, sustainable and balanced growth, and investment and infrastructure. Lew also held a bilateral meeting with Shanghai Party Secretary Han Zheng.
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English Language Fellow Michael Giovacchini facilitated a workshop entitled “Academic Writing” at the Shanghai American Center. The audience consisted of Chinese professionals including PhD students, doctors, and lawyers. The workshop focused on providing strategies to begin the writing process, including analysis in writing, and how to synthesize chains of evidence into well-structured claims. The varying …
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The Shanghai American Center hosted Beijing-based American old time string band the Hutong Yellow Weasels for an evening of performance, participation, and story-sharing. Click here to see video footage.
Read More» Deputy American Citizen Services Chief Rachel Washington hosted a screening of the film Selma at the Shanghai American Center, the first event in a month-long series the Shanghai American Center will be hosting in honor of Black History Month. Click here to see the series schedule.
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Chinese-American short story author Su-Yee Lin shared insights about how her Chinese heritage and exchange experiences in China have influenced her writing for an audience of 30 people at the Shanghai American Center. Su-Yee, a former Fulbright scholar and current artist-in-residence at Shanghai’s Swatch Peace Art Hotel, spoke about her fascination with magical realism, which …
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ATO Shanghai and Yihaodian launched the U.S. Fresh and Frozen Pavilion at YHD.com. This is the first permanent U.S. online “Virtual Pavilion” in East China, and will include a wider variety of U.S. food and wine products. Click here to learn more.
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Three gay Chinese couples from Shanghai shared their experience of getting married in the United States in the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision to legalize gay marriage at the Shanghai American Center. The couples were winners of Taobao’s “We Do” contest, which paid the LGBT couples to get married in California.
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Consular Officer Tamara Shie introduced the U.S. presidential debates at the Shanghai American Center. Shie spoke to a diverse audience of more than 60 people on the history, function, and format of debates in U.S. elections. Following the presentation, Shie showed clips from the recent republican and democratic debates with candidates answering questions on hot …
Read More» Nov. 18, Chengdu – Teaming up with news portal Sina.com, PAS welcomed 17 local middle and high school students to experience “One Day at the U.S. Consulate,” where students learned about Public Affairs work and U.S. culture by creating media reports based on the traditional and social media available in the IRC and also attended …
Read More» Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs Kurt Tong hosted an aviation forum in the Shanghai American Center. The theme of the event was Meeting the Demand of Air Travel and Transportation. Read his remarks here (PDF 117 KB).
Read More» Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stethem (DDG 63) arrived in Shanghai for a scheduled 5-day port visit. Stethem’s visit helped promote maritime cooperation and reinforce a positive naval relationship with the People’s Liberation Army Navy East Sea Fleet.
Read More» Nov. 13, Shanghai – Public Affairs Officer Brian Gibel delivered remarks at the Zhi-Xing Eisenhower Fellowship closing ceremony at the China Leadership Academy Pudong. Launched in 2015 as a result of the U.S.-China Consultation on People-to-People Exchange, the Zhi-Xing China Eisenhower Fellowship is a fully-funded four-week professional and leadership development program that brings 10 mid-career …
Read More» Nov 13, Shanghai – Consul General Hanscom Smith made remarks at the opening ceremony of the fourth annual Shanghai American School Model United Nations Conference at the Shanghai American School Pudong Campus. As the keynote speaker, CG Smith focused on the theme of this year’s conference, “the ethics of progress,” and spoke to students about …
Read More» Nov. 13, Chengdu – Representatives of multiple local and national news outlets, including China’s largest news agency and one of the country’s major online news portals, attended Consulate Chengdu’s 30th Anniversary Ceremony, resulting in media coverage that reached millions of people. The Sichuan Foreign Affairs Office also publicized this event on its official WeChat account, …
Read More» Nov 12, Changzhou – Consul General Hanscom Smith traveled to the southern Jiangsu Provincial City of Changzhou and delivered a speech on the U.S.-China relationship to around 200 Changzhou University students and faculty. The students asked CG Smith what they could do to improve the US-China relationship, whether the Fed would raise interest rates, and …
Read More» Federal District Judge Dave Carter visited Shanghai to speak about the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on gay marriage. At two events he talked about the evolution of civil rights in the U.S., and how the gay marriage case is a good way to understand America’s complex political system.
Read More» In Conjunction with PAC12 and Special Olympics, Consulate Shanghai organized several events to highlight key mission goals of empowerment for disabled Chinese citizens as well as opportunities to study in America. The cornerstone event was a skills session with Special Olympics athletes, Consulate staff, and players from University of Washington.
Read More» Nov. 8, Chengdu – Seizing the opportunity promote American leadership in entrepreneurship and innovation in the educational sector, Consul General Raymond Greene delivered remarks at the 2015 Education Forum for Asia. As the second of twelve speakers in a breakout session about Creative Industries and Startup Education, Greene showcased American industries that lead the world …
Read More» Oct. 28, Chengdu – In anticipation of one of America’s favorite holidays, English Language Fellow at Sichuan Normal University LaTasha Simms and Professional Associate Heidi Hartman teamed up to host a Halloween-themed party that included a brief introduction of the history of the holiday, several craft activities and contests, bobbing for apples, pin-the-tail, and trick-or-treating. …
Read More» Oct. 22, Chengdu – The Jianchuan Museum hosted a ceremony to repatriate the remains of a WWII U.S. airman that were discovered at the site of an airplane crash in Tibet. Jianchuan Museum and representatives of the China Ministry of Foreign Affairs presented the remains to U.S. Department of Defense representative James Darby to return …
Read More» Tory Burch Vice President for Design of Accessories Elizabeth Kiester traveled to Yunnan and Chengdu in a program called “Finding Yourself Through Fashion.” In Yunnan, Kiester met with community leaders, hearing impaired students at Yunnan Special College, experts at Yunnan Minorities Museum, ethnic minority cast members and costume designers at the “Yunnan Impressions” theatre show, …
Read More» Ambassador Baucus hosted Deputy Secretary Antony Blinken for an official visit to Shanghai during which he met with business leaders, civil society representatives, and exchange program alumni. At a lunch with seven State Department program alumni, Deputy Secretary Blinken highlighted the importance of people-to-people exchanges and learned about how alumni are working to share the …
Read More» Sep. 22, Ningbo – During a recent trip, Public Affairs Officer Brian Gibel and Cultural Affairs Officer Josh Lustig visited the Ningbo Museum of Art to meet with director Licheng Han and deputy director Weiping Zhang, who is an IVLP alumnus. Zhang’s three-week-long U.S. government exchange trip took her to New Mexico, where she was …
Read More» Sep. 18, Chengdu – Executive Dean at the Indiana University Kelley School of Business Philip Cochran, who is also one of the world’s foremost experts in corporate philanthropy, met with who different groups in Chengdu as part of his IIP-sponsored tour of China. With both groups (local entrepreneurs and business people who are members of …
Read More» In collaboration with Post’s Civil Society Working Group, Shanghai PAS hosted a roundtable for ten local female entrepreneurs featuring Sarah Kauss, the CEO and Founder of S’well, a company that sells high-end water bottles made from recycled materials. Kauss is mentor for the Fortune-State Women’s Entrepreneur Mentoring Program, which provides female entrepreneurs from around the …
Read More» Consul General Hanscom Smith delivered welcome remarks at the Illinois FDI Roundtable touting the importance of increasing ties between China and the U.S. through investment opportunities. Led by James M. Shultz, the Director of the Illinois Department of Commerce, the event included other speakers from selected Chinese firms that have successfully invested in Illinois.
Read More» Sep. 16, Shanghai – Public Affairs Chief Brian Gibel participated in China Radio International’s From University to the World event which brought together over 300 college students from U.S. and China to promote people-to-people ties. Gibel emphasized that academic exchanges are a dynamic force for positive transformation as they help build mutual understanding and he …
Read More» Sep. 16, Shanghai – Consular Section Chief Jewell Evans gave five local journalists an exclusive tour of the NIV Section’s new intake queuing area. During the walk through, Evans explained that the new space will reduce the visa processing time to just under one hour from start to finish. Also, the increased floor space will …
Read More» Sep. 15-21, Chengdu, Chongqing, Kunming – Public Affairs teamed up with the Agricultural Trade Office to bring American cuisine to Southwest China. American Chef Adam Levin traveled to Chengdu, Chongqing and Kunming in one week and interacted with students, local chefs, and the general public. Programs included cooking demo at a retail outlet and served …
Read More» Consul General Hanscom Smith, Deputy Principal Officer Gwen Cardno, and Foreign Commercial Service Chief Cameron Werker visited Hershey’s Innovation Center in Shanghai to promote innovation and draw attention to increasing commercial linkages between the U.S. and China. The innovation center is an R&D hub designed to enable Hershey quickly develop, test and launch new products …
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During a trip to Chongqing August 27-28, Consul General Raymond Greene met with directors of “Behind the Frontline,” a documentary about Chongqing during World War II and American contributions to the Chinese war effort, and helped open the Stilwell Museum’s Freeman Theatre with the screening of a wartime documentary about a “Flying Tiger” American pilot …
Read More» Cultural Affairs Officer Josh Lustig spoke at the opening ceremony for the 2nd Shanghai Summer Jazz Camp. The camp featured classes for students of all ages and skill levels from American musicians and teachers from the Shanghai Conservatory of Music. The camp was part of a grant Post provided to organizer Jazz Education Abroad, which …
Read More» Cultural Affairs Officer Joshua Lustig and RSO Shamar Mitchell briefed three newly-arrived Gridiron Fellows about the Consulate and how the incoming Fellows can collaborate with the Public Affairs Section during their stay in China. The Gridiron Fellows are former College Football players pursuing advanced degrees who come to China for a 9-month fellowship to promote …
Read More» State Department English Language Fellow Nicole Kaup participated in the closing ceremony for the National Security Language Initiative Youth (NSLI-Y) Summer Program. Kaup delivered brief remarks reminding the participants how people-to-people exchanges like NSLI-Y strengthen the U.S.-China bilateral relationship. The students were in China for a 2-month State Department funded language exchange at cities throughout …
Read More» Together with Ice & Joy Skating Rink at IFS on August 10, 2015, the U.S. Consulate Chengdu hosted an ice skating called “Skate Forward with US!” that combined basic skating instruction with carefully crafted exercises designed to promote American sports culture. Led by Public Affairs Summer Intern Kayla Blomquist, who is a competitive figure skater …
Read More» August 2, Chengdu – U.S. Consulate Chengdu hosted a concert for a visiting American bassoon quartet called “The Breaking Winds” at a local music park. The quartet’s four young women played pop songs with their classical instruments, thoroughly entertaining the crown with their creative performance style, which featured comedic dancing and acting. They also performed …
Read More» As part of U.S. Consulate General’s commemoration of the 70th anniversary of World War II, Public Affairs partnered with the private Long Museum to host a two-day film series titled “Remembering World War II: An American Perspective.” Each of the four films (Casablanca, Saving Private Ryan, Schindler’s List and The Monuments Men) was selected for …
Read More» Consulate General Shanghai celebrated America’s 239th Independence Day with a Hollywood themed gala event. The party featured official movie clips, an authentic movie concession stand with fresh popcorn and candy from the United States, life-sized statues of Iron Man and Super Man, and a live cooking demonstration by celebrity Chef Marc Murphy. Guests received official …
Read More» In collaboration with the State Department’s Diplomatic Culinary Partnership program as well as Post’s Foreign Commercial Service (FSC) and Agriculture and Trade Office (ATO), Public Affairs supported the visit of acclaimed restaurateur and celebrity chef Marc Murphy. His itinerary included a roundtable with culinary students from two local schools, a visit to an open-air “wet …
Read More» Ambassador Baucus stopped by the new Disney store in Shanghai, the largest of its kind in the world.
Read More» Nearly 50,000 visitors descended on China’s first Comic Convention—a homage to American comics, movies, and gaming. PAS Shanghai connected convention organizers with the Motion Picture Association to promote intellectual property, displayed at the event via slogans “With great IPR comes great responsibility” and “May the IPR be with you.” After meeting fans at the convention, …
Read More» Break-dancers from around the world participated in the Battle in Shanghai 2015 (B.I.S.) dance competition, which drew thousands of fans, both young and old. In its ninth year and bigger than ever, B.I.S. has established itself as the premier annual regional BBoy event. The four-day event includes workshops for children, public service activities, and world-class …
Read More» Consul General Hanscom Smith opened the dual exhibits “Picturing America” and “From Sea to Shining Sea” at the Hefei City Library in Anhui. The opening event drew local media and officials.. Officials and media asked questions about images such as a photography of Martin Luther King Jr.’s march from Selma to Montgomery and Dorothea Lange’s …
Read More» The Shanghai Consular Section held its annual Student Visa Day to promote educational exchanges and to announce the launch of EducationUSA China’s new Virtual Adviser mobile app. The app was developed by EducationUSA China to walk prospective students through the process of applying to a U.S. institution, applying for a student visa, and transitioning to …
Read More» Ambassador Baucus gave remarks at the closing ceremony of the 2015 Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition during which he emphasized his love of flying and support for increased aviation trade between the United States and China.
Read More» Ambassador Baucus led the first presidentially designated delegation of the Obama administration which included Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker and Deputy Secretary of Energy Dr. Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall. In Shanghai, the three met with Party Secretary Han Zheng.
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Film directors Josh Kim and Fan Popo spoke to largely young audiences about innovation and entrepreneurship in the film industry, same sex marriage, and “LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) and Film” on April 10 and 11. In his individual program, American director Josh Kim talked about his journey from film school student to feature …
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Consul General Raymond Greene spoke with students at Yunnan University of Nationalities in Kunming, Yunnan, on April 8. The Consul General spoke about study opportunities in the United States, and urged students to apply the lessons of U.S.-China cooperation during World War II to the present, as the two nations work together on global issues. …
Read More» In honor of China’s Tomb Sweeping holiday on April 6, U.S. Consul General in Chengdu Raymond Greene joined Dali Prefecture Foreign Affairs Office Director Ma Wei, Xiangyun County Deputy Magistrate Jiang Ji Fu, Vice Chairman of the People’s Consultative Congress of Xiangyun County Ruan Zhao Rui, and Xiangyun County Foreign Affairs Office Director Ruan Faqing …
Read More» Consul General Raymond Greene and the Consulate’s English Language Fellow Rebekah Gordon hosted a writing workshop and essay contest in honor of Women’s History Month at the Chongqing Library on March 28 and 29. 100 high school students from 10 different schools participated in the competitive essay writing contest on the theme of “Empowering Women …
Read More» New York-based band Alex Torres and his Latin Orchestra conducted a music workshop at Jing’an Foreign Language Middle School. Torres described the origins and basic instruments of Latin music while his orchestra demonstrated the rhythmic arrangements. The audience was made up of student musicians who jumped at the chance to interact with the American band. …
Read More» As part of her China tour for American Music Abroad, Carolyn Malachi performed for 500 people at the Nanjing University of the Arts and over 800 people at the Shanghai Centre Theatre. The concerts spread the message of positivity, women’s empowerment, and the importance of diversity to hundreds of students and members of the general …
Read More» American rhythm & blues singer Carolyn Malachi and her band delivered a dynamic two-day program in Chengdu March 21-22. At a lecture to some 200 people, the band discussed their unique music style, blending R&B, jazz and hip-hop, as well as the role that music has had in expressing American culture and history. Audience members …
Read More» She is a Grammy-nominated jazz, hip hop, and spoken word artist who MTV described as an “R&B artists to obsess over.” She will be performing in our area soon, so watch our Weibo account to find out how to get free tickets! Please click following link to watch her music video: http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XODkwODUyMzI4.html .
Read More» Ambassador Baucus welcomed members of the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee who were here to bolster the U.S.-China relationship. During their time in Shanghai, the Congressional group met with business and government leaders.
Read More» March 10, Shanghai – In celebration of Women’s History Month, Tong Qin of the Small Business Administration (SBA) San Francisco office led a video call with more than 30 local women entrepreneurs and business owners about strategies for advancing women-owned businesses. She spoke about SBA’s best practices and their National Women’s Business Centers, and answered …
Read More» March 5, Shanghai – Information Officer Felix Salazar talked about how to make strong presentations to an audience of over 50 at the Shanghai American Center. Using the metaphor of a house, Salazar showed how a strong presentation is like a strong house, whereby the introduction is the foundation, the supporting arguments are the support …
Read More» Feb. 2, Shanghai – Shanghai Political/Economic Section Chief Bill Duff hosted an airing of the Super Bowl Game for an audience of over 50 fans. Duff kicked off the event by introducing the basics of American football and took questions throughout the game. The audience of mostly young Chinese professionals asked about game rules, how …
Read More» During the month of February, Shanghai PAS coordinated public lectures in honor of Black History Month, including The Evolution of African American Music, and Significant Achievement of African Americans. The public also came to the Shanghai American Center to attend lectures on the state of Hawaii, science fiction, and studying in America.
Read More» Jan. 23, Wuhu – During a trip to Wuhu, Consul General Hanscom Smith met with young environmentalists who are working to protect local waterways and promote alternatives to trash incineration. CG Smith also stopped by the American Wine Pavilion which is helping to increase the market share for American wine in China. The CG made …
Read More» From January 28 to February 1, Ambassador Max Baucus and his wife made their first visit to Yunnan. The Ambassador met with members of the Yunnan Flying Tigers Research Association in Kunming; viewed the Flying Tigers Exhibit at Kunming Municipal Museum, where he also gave a speech about how the U.S. and China should learn …
Read More» Consulate staff explained the history, rules, and popularity of American football to members of the public on January 28, then hosted a watch party at the Consulate on February 2. Congratulations to the New England Patriots for their Superbowl victory!
Read More» On January 23, Consul General Raymond Greene gave a speech to members of the public at the Chongqing Library entitled “The United States Welcomes You.” Consul General Greene spoke about travel, study, and investment opportunities in America, and took questions from the audience ranging from educational opportunities at American schools to whether foreigners can buy …
Read More» January 22, 2015: CG Smith, Outreach Unit Chief Molly Koscina and Vice Consul Audrey Keranen traveled to Wuhu. Their visit included the Wuhu Urban Planning Museum and a discussion on Wuhu’s urbanization with Vice Mayor Hu Xiping. CG Smith promoted American wine at Yugengshan Alcohol Industrial Park, NGO leaders at the Wuhu Ecology Center and …
Read More» Jan. 21, Shanghai – Deputy Principal Officer Mark Tesone spoke to an audience of 50 viewers of President Obama’s 2015 State of the Union address. Before the viewing, DPO Tesone spoke to the audience about U.S. federalism, the two-party system, and the history of the address. During the discussion, audience members asked about U.S.-China trade …
Read More» The Consulate announced its “Zou Qi Meiguo (Visit USA)” campaign at Raffles City on January 17 with a public event featuring a beach theme with hula dancers, ukulele player, and prizes such as city tours and free hotel stays in America. The event also provided information about transportation to and within the U.S., visas, and …
Read More» Working with local dance studio Sinostage, the Consulate hosted a lecture and dance demonstration by American dancer and choreographer Shaun Evaristo on January 12 at the Ascott. In what was Chengdu’s first introduction to Los Angeles urban dance style, Evaristo also spoke to excited fans about how to have a career as a dancer, focusing …
Read More» Jan 10, Shanghai. Shanghai PAO Brian Gibel delivered a keynote speech at the graduation ceremony of the Webster University–Shanghai University of Finance and Economics joint MBA program. At 18 years old, it is one of the oldest U.S.-China university joint programs. To the 50 new graduates, school faculty, and family members, Gibel highlighted the importance …
Read More» Jan. 8, Kunshan – Shanghai Senior Program Assistant Li Dan and Beijing Embassy EducationUSA advisor Jenny Yu traveled to Kunshan to introduce EducationUSA resources and opportunities for 100 Chinese juniors and seniors at the Kunshan International School. Li Dan and Jenny shared best practices and dispelled rumors. Representatives from California State University San Bernardino complimented …
Read More» Jan. 7, Shanghai – In a joint effort, PAS and the Agricultural Trade Office produced a video to promote American Week from Jan 8-12 on Tmall, China’s version of Amazon.com. The event was designed to entice local consumers to purchase American products for preparation during the Chinese New Year. 500-600 lucky customers who purchased American …
Read More» Members of the public got in the Christmas spirit at a free event at the Consulate on December 15. They enjoyed creating their own Christmas cards, making traditional Christmas ornaments and then putting them on a Christmas tree, watching a short film about the history of Christmas, meeting and taking photos with Santa Claus, and …
Read More» The United States & Foreign Commercial Service in Chengdu (CS Chengdu) organized a SelectUSA Workshop in Luxe Lake, Chengdu, on December 10. The SelectUSA program was launched by U.S. President Barack Obama to highlight the many advantages the United States offers as a location for business and investment. At the workshop, Consulate Chengdu’s Commercial Consul …
Read More» Hudson Institute Senior Fellow Richard Weitz spoke at the Consulate on November 28 about the American political system, impact of the U.S. midterm elections on foreign policy, and the role of think tanks on foreign policy making. Discussions with the audience included topics such as how American presidents appoint senior government officials, how Congress interacts …
Read More» On November 19 at the Consulate, American owner and operator of the Linden Center Hotel near Dali, Brian Linden, discussed his own experiences attempting to promote a sustainable model of tourism in Southwest China. Linden talked about the importance of balancing economic development with important community goals of protecting the local culture and environment and …
Read More» The Consulate hosted a lecture on November 5 by Arizona State University professor Jannelle Warren-Findley on America’s awakening to the importance of historic preservation, and the role of government and civic organizations in saving historic structures and culturally important landscapes. Professor Warren-Findley also discussed with audience members the challenges of balancing urbanization, growth and development …
Read More» Journalism Professor and former CNN Asia Correspondent Mike Chinoy led a journalism workshop at the Consulate on October 28 for students and working journalists. Chinoy delivered practical lessons in identifying newsworthy stories, conducting a good interview and writing a compelling lead. The interactive class gave participants an opportunity to interview each other and develop a …
Read More» On Halloween Day (October 31), around 300 members of the public attended a lecture by an American teacher on the history and traditions of Halloween, followed by trick-or-treating, a mask-making activity and a station where guests could try on costumes.
Read More» The U.S. – China Aviation Construction Road Show, Chengdu stop, co-organized by CS Chengdu, CS Beijing and U.S.-China Aviation Cooperation Program was successfully held at Chengdu Airport Hotel on Sept. 17. 14 U.S. companies presented at the workshop. Vice GM at Sichuan Provincial Airport Group and U.S. Commercial Officers attended the event and delivered remarks. …
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