News in Brief——Highlights of CAFIUs international exchanges from August to early December

August: (1) From August 4-11, former Polish Premier Cimoszewicz visited China at CAFIU抯 invitation. Mr. Cimoszewicz was met with and entertained on different occasions by Mr. Wan Guoquan, CAFIU Vice-President and Vice-Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Chinese People抯 Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), and by Mr. Cai Wu, Advisor to CAFIU and Vice-Minister of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC). T…     

Hands in Hands for Even Brighter Prospects of People-to-People Diplomacy——New Year Message

<正>In this dynamic and fresh season of spring when the flowers are in full blossom,on behalf of the Chinese Association for International Understanding(CAFIU),I'd like to extend cordial greetings and wishes to the readers of the International Understanding home and abroad and people from all walks of life for your longstanding attention and support for the work and development of CAFIU.     

Continuing with the Past and Opening up a New Chapter——CAFIU in 2014

正The work for the year is best begun in spring.In this dynamic season,I’d like to extend sincere greetings and wishes to the readers of the International Understanding both home and abroad and people of all walks of life for your long-time care and support for the work and development of the Chinese Association for International Understanding(CAFIU).     

Visiting Note

正In April 2016,as a council member of the Chinese Association for International Understanding(CAFIU),I joined the delegation of CAFIU and visited Japan and Thailand.Although this tour only lasted for 8 days,ranging from the people and i elds I contacted to the means of exchange,it was a totally new experience for me and I experienced and benei ted a lot from this visit.     

Ten Preferential Policies Concerning Opening up of the Western Region of China

On July 12, Mr. Li Zibin, Deputy Director of the Office of the Leading Group under the State Council for the Development of the Western Region(now Vice-Minister of the State Development Planning Commission), delivered a speech at the International Seminar on Business Oppor-tunities and Policies for the Development of China抯 West. He introduced to people of various circles both at home and from abroad about the progress, focuses and policies concerning the development of the West.…     

Keep to the Original Aspiration to Achieve Greater Success: New Year Message for 2017

<正>Spring is a time of renewal and growth.In the springtime of 2017,I would like to extend,on behalf of the Chinese Association for International Understanding(CAFIU),our New Year message to Chinese and overseas readers,as well as people from all walks of life who have been supportive to the work and development of CAFIU.     

Enhancement of Understanding and Friendship and Expansion of Cooperation ——Thoughts on visits to Ukraine, Poland and Finland by a CAFIU delegation led by President Li Guixian

Invited By He Liansheng Invited by parliamentary leaders of Ukraine and Poland, and the Finland National Research & Development Foundation, a delegation of the Chinese Association for International Understanding (CAFIU) led by Li Guixian, Vice-Chairman of the Chinese People抯 Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and President of CAFIU, paid respective visits to the above-mentioned countries from June 7 to 22. The delegation was given warm reception by the leaders of p…     

Expand Friendly Cooperation and Build a Harmonious World

As early as in the beginning of the 1980's,the Chinese Association for International Understanding (CAFIU) started exchanges with the Friendrich Ebert Stiftung (FES). Since FES set up its Beijing office in 1987,fruitful cooperation has been conducted between FES and CAFIU,and other relevant parties of the Chinese side. Over the years,FES has made positive efforts and great contributions for deepening and developing understanding and friendship between the Chinese people and the German people,and for promoting the relations between the two countries and two parties,which we highly appreciate.     

Brief Introduction of the Chinese Association for International Understanding（CAFIU）

Established in 1981,the Chinese Association for International Understanding (CAFIU) is composed by social activists,scholars and representatives from all walks of life. CAFIU is registered as a non-profit organization with the Ministry of Civil Affairs,and acquired special consultative     

Notes of Major Events of CAFIU Exchanges ( From May to July )

May: (1) A 5-member delegation of the Irish Local Authority Members Association (LAMA) headed by Senator James Walsh visited China from May 7-15. The main purpose of their visit is to make an on-the-spot investigation on China抯 political and economical situation as well as the local governmental system of China. During its stay in Beijing, CAFIU Advisor and Vice-Minister of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (IDCCCPC) Zhang Z…     

Promote Development through Mutual Exchange and Mutual Learning——the international publicity and exchange conducted by China Foundation for Human Rights Development

正Human rights is a beautiful thing,which could arise the yearning of people for freedom and equality,as well as encourage people to fi ght for rights and dignity.Human rights has never been the patent of only a few countries,instead,it was the common ideal and pursuit of the humanity.     

Speech by Mr.Lawrence Fortun,Congressman of the Philippine House of Representatives

<正>Greetings…Allow me to begin by extending,on behalf of the Philippine delegation,our heartfelt gratitude to the Chinese Association for International Understanding(CAFIU)for this excellent opportunity for greater understanding of China and its relations to the Philippines,the ASEAN and the rest of the world.This exchange has likewise been an important occasion for us to share our insights on these relations in the light of our common interests and aspirations as     

Journey of Knowing about China——Sidelight of the Visit of African Traditional Leaders Delegation to China

<正>At the invitation of the Chinese Association for International Understanding(CAFIU),a 15-member Delegation of African Traditional Leaders composed of delegates of House of Chiefs of Botswana,House of Chiefs of Zambia,Ministry of Local Government of Department of District and Local Administration of Malawi and WAMA Foundation of Tanzania visited China from November 18 to 29.CAFIU has received four     

CAFIU s Two Old Friends from Australia

Chinese Association for International Understanding (CAFIU), since its founding, has played an important role as a bridge for international exchanges by promoting mutual understanding and exchanges between the Chinese people and people in the world through various     

New Year Message for 2016:Jointly Writing a New Chapter for the Era of People-to-people Friendship

正As a poem goes,the warmth and hope of spring can be felt immediately after it embraces the world.In this dynamic and fresh season,on behalf of the Chinese Association for International Understanding(CAFIU),I’d like to extend cordial greetings and wishes to the readers of the International Understanding home and abroad and to people from all walks of life for your longstanding interest and support for the work and development of CAFIU!     

Vision and Actions of People-to-People Diplomacy within to the Blueprint of the "Chinese Dream"--The Case of the CYMCA and CYWCA

The "Chinese Dream" has been the catch-prase and topic of recent days, because it embodies the ardent aspiration of all Chinese people for a beautiful China and better life. General Secretary Xi Jiping elaborated on the blueprint and goals of the "Chinese Dream" at the closing ceremony of the 1st Session of the 12th NPC, as well as how could we realize this Dream.     

Friendship across Pacific Ocean——Sidelights on the Visit of Crown Prince of Tonga

正At the invitation of the Chinese Association for International Understanding(CAFIU),Crown Prince Tupouto’a’Ulukalala and Crown Princess Sinaitakala of the Kingdom of Tonga visited China from December 8 to December 14,2014.     

Highlights of CAFIU＇s International Exchanges（From June to August 2008）

June
（1） June 2, CAFIU sent a message to Japan-China Friendship Association （JCFA） extending gratitude for JCFA＇s sympathy and solicitude for the people of earthquake-hit area in Sichuan province and congratulations on the 57^th national conference of JCFA.     

SOME SUGGESTIONS ON POLICY MAKING AND IMPLEMENTATION FOR SINO-EU COOPERATION

China and EU have many commonalties as well as striking differences. The former consti-tutes the basis for mutual cooperation while the latter provides us with opportunities to learn from the other抯 strong points to offset one抯 own weak-nesses. The key to successful cooperation lies in equality, mutual benefit and mutual respect. In view of this, I would like to make three suggestions. I.Several notable issues concerning policy making and implementation. i.It is imperative to apply…     

Make Unremitting Efforts on Poverty Alleviation——On the Three Visits of Australian Rotary to Xingtang County

正Since 1990s,the Chinese Association for International Understanding(CAFIU)has been working with the Australian Rotary to conduct poverty alleviation programs in disadvantaged areas of China.In 2013,CAFIU and the Australian Rotary converted their focus of poverty elimination to Xingtang County of