BEIJING, December 2, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- The American Chamber of Commerce in the People's Republic of China (AmCham-China) was honored to host Minister of Commerce Chen Deming and over 130 top Chinese officials at its annual Government Appreciation Dinner, held to celebrate the collaborative relationship and thank the government for its support of US companies in China. The theme of this year's event was "Innovative Partnership and Shared Successes."
In remarks before some 700 attendees, Minister Chen said, "The nature of the China-US relationship is based on cooperation and mutual benefit. Our countries' economies are complementary and we have similar interests. Both countries need each other. Expanding our cooperation is a win-win for China and the US alike."
Ambassador Locke noted that in light of growing US-Chinese economic interdependence, "Our economies are inexorably linked. The economic success of one country translates into economic success for the other. To that end the United States and China must continue to extend our economic cooperation."
AmCham-China Chairman Ted Dean discussed the value of the three innovative cooperative programs hosted by the chamber, focusing on aviation, energy and healthcare. The cooperative programs promote collaboration between the private and public sectors and facilitate information sharing on infrastructure and regulatory best practices between US and Chinese government officials. (Please see a shortlist of top 2011 accomplishments for each of the programs below).
The audience for this year's Appreciation Dinner included Chinese government leaders from the central, provincial and municipal levels, business leaders from AmCham-China member companies, US Embassy officials, and reporters.
In addition to Minister Chen and Ambassador Locke, this year's guests included Li Daoyu, Chairman of the China International Public Relations Association and former Chinese ambassador to the US; Wei Jianguo, Secretary General of the China Center for International Economic Exchanges and former Vice Minister of the Ministry of Commerce; Wang Jinzhen, Vice Chairman, China Council for the Promotion of International Trade; Zheng Zeguang, Vice Mayor of Nanjing; and Shao Guohe, Assistant of the Governor of Anhui province.
Innovative Partnerships in Practice:
2011 Achievements for AmCham-China Cooperation Programs
AmCham-China's Aviation Cooperation Program
AmCham-China's Energy Cooperation Program
Healthcare Cooperation Program
About The American Chamber of Commerce in the People's Republic of China:
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