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Chen Guoquan, Acting Governor of Hebei province, meets with the political advisors from Hong Kong and Macao on January 11, 2010. Photo by Liu Xiang

Hebei provincial leaders welcomed political advisors from Hong Kong and Macao to the 3rd Session of the 10th annual Hebei Provincial People’s Political Consultative Conference on Jan 11 at Hebei Century Hotel.

Hebei provincial leaders welcome political advisors from Hong Kong and Macao. Photo by Liu Xiang

Hebei Acting Governor Chen Quanguo thanked the political advisors for their active contributions to Hebei’s economic and social development.

Chen described the province’s achievements during the past year, including efforts to save energy and develop rural areas. Despite economic challenges this year, Hebei province will explore new opportunities for scientific development, Chen said.

Liu Dewang, chairman of the Hebei Provincial People’s Political Consultative Conference, called on Hong Kong and Macao representatives to submit proposals beneficial to Hebei’s rapid growth.

The Hong Kong and Macao representatives promised to actively participate in the administration and discussion of provincial affairs. They also said they want to expand economic and technical discussions among Hebei province, Hong Kong and Macao.