Chairman Dr. Chen Hongtian holds a discussion with presidium of Youth Chawnese Sodality of Shenzhen

2017.09.19

Dr. Chen Hongtian, CPPCC member, Hong Kong Justice of the Peace & Chairman of both Cheung Kei and Harmony Club held a discussion on Sept. 1, 2017 with the presidium led by Huang Yucun, the designate chairman of Youth Chawnese Sodality of Shenzhen (szchaoqing) in the Harmony Building, to exchange experience and interact with each other. The discussion was also attended by Cui Minrong, director of Shenzhen CPPCC and Economy Committee, Yin Xiaoman, former inspector of United Front Work Department under Shenzhen Municipal Committee and Liu Junlin, standing committee member of Futian District, Shenzhen.

Chairman Chen and Chairman Huang exchange their ideas

Dr. Chen notes that Harmony Club has just moved to a new building today, and on behalf of the Club, he welcomes the presence of Chairman Huang and his party. Harmony Club and szchaoqing are brothers closely tied to each other, and szchaoqing is a united, industrious and influential association. Hehopes that the two associations could conduct more exchanges in future.

Dr. Chen also shared his idea and experience about organizing an association. He said, to organize an association means dedication, contribution of time and money, and the courage to stand out when any member faces challenge or unfair treatment, as well as the initiative to serve everyone wholeheartedly and faithfully. It's also about building a platform where the enterprises in the group help and support each other for mutual growth. He emphasized that it's hard work but worthwhile, as we don't judge people only by how rich they are, but how contributive they are to the society.

Harmonious atmosphere on the site

Chairman Huang highlighted the achievement of Harmony Club. He noticed that he came here with two purposes: learn and discuss the culture of chamber of commerce; and invite the Club to attend the upcoming 20th Anniversary Celebration & General Election Ceremony of szchaoqing. Also, he expressed his sincere thanks to the Club's support to szchaoqing, and his hope that this discussion would help both parties establish a normal, smooth channel of contact and lead to more frequent communication and cooperation for their mutual development.

Cui Minrong (left) and Yin Xiaoman, former inspector of UFW Dept. joined the discussion

Cui Minrong, director of Shenzhen CPPCC and Economy Committee, noted in his speech that with its much influence in the society, Harmony Club has contributed a lot in promoting economic development. It's a very good platform that has gathered a multitude of corporate talents while playing an activerole in judicial and administrative proceedings. szchaoqing is also influential in Shenzhen, which, he expects, will head to a brighter prospect under the new leadership.

Yin Xiaoman, former inspector of United Front Work Department under Shenzhen Municipal Committee, pointed out that Harmony Club and szchaoqing have done a lot to bring prosperity and stability to Hong Kong and Macao, and their contributions have been recognized by governments at all levels. He hoped that the two associations could play a key role in promoting the Belt and Road Initiative.

Liu Junlin, standing committee member of Futian District, emphasized that Harmony entrepreneurs like Dr. Chen Hongtian are admirable not only for their good performance in business operation, but also for the great value they've created for the society and their philanthropic contribution, which bring positive energy to the society and set a role model for the new-generation entrepreneurs.

Group photo

Other presidium members were also active in sharing their opinions and all agreed to further strengthen the exchange and cooperation between the two associations. The discussion was also attended by Chen Junyao, chairman of szchaoqing’s board of supervisors; Lin Najia, standing vice chairman (with specific responsibility); vice chairmen including Ouyang Yiping, Chen Dansong, Zhou Cankun, Wang Junwei, Huang Jincheng, Xu Zilian, Zeng Qingyuan, Chen Shanglin and Guo Haoxin; Wu Lihui, standing deputy secretary general; Lin Weiming, deputy secretary general; Wang Hongjun, member of Harmony; OuQiwen, member & secretary general of Harmony; and Liu Nanxing, deputy secretary general of Harmony.