US Ambassador Randt comes to Hong Kong

US Ambassador to China and former RA HK member Sandy Randt speaking at the podium.






We were all excited when Republicans Abroad Hong Kong alumnus Sandy Randt came to Hong Kong and gave us a rundown of the state of affairs between the PRC and the US. The key elements of the Ambassador's speach focused on IPR protection, trade and the President's policy towards floatation of the Yuan.

Ambassador Randt's speech was comprehensive and eloquent, covering all of the major issues in comprehensive detail that only a highly experienced "China Hand" like Ambassador Randt could do. It is obvious that President Bush selected the right man for the job, and it has been reflected in the relatively smooth relations between China and the US, despite some very deep differences. His speech emphasized the importance of the US position, but also emphasized the importance of moderation and diplomacy when dealing with the PRC.

RA HK members (L to R) Alan and Barbora Seigrist, Don Meyer, Sal Petrancosta, Mike Dollar, Peter Yeung, Chris Glover, Ambassador Randt, Dan Tagliere and Thomas Bisphan.