PRESIDENIAL MESSAGE - RAMADAN 2008
I send greetings to Muslims observing Ramadan in America and around the globe.
The holy month of Ramadan is a special time of prayer, fasting, and service. For Muslims, these days commemorate the revelation of God's word to the prophet Muhammad in the form of the Qur'an. (complete text)
U.S. Embassy in Beijing Honors American and Chinese Art
Washington -- The new, permanent collection of art on display at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing contains 48 paintings, photographs, sculptures and mixed-media works by 28 prominent American and Chinese artists; all of the artwork is inspired by the natural world, focused through the lenses of two distinct cultures. (complete text)
DOE Technical Assistance Contributes to Beijing Olympic Village Designation of LEED Gold
The U.S. Government is pleased to present the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold Award to the Beijing Olympic Village in recognition of its environmentally-friendly design. (complete text)
Embassy statement on August 9 attack on American tourists
We can confirm reports that one American was killed and a second seriously injured today in what appears to be a senseless act of violence. A Chinese tour guide was also injured by the assailant, a Chinese man from Zhejiang Province. The American victims’ adult daughter was with them, but was not injured. (complete text)
Bush Reflects on Solid Foundation of U.S.-China Relations
The new U.S. Embassy complex in Beijing reflects the solid foundation underpinning U.S.-Chinese relations, President Bush says, and "is a commitment to strengthen that foundation for years to come." The $434 million, eight-story embassy is the second largest U.S. diplomatic post in the world. (complete text)
President Bush Attends Dedication of United States Embassy Beijing
PRESIDENT GEORGE H.W. BUSH: Thank you very much. (Applause.) Thank you. Thank you. (Applause.) Thank you, Ambassador. Mr. President, all you distinguished guests, including the man that was responsible for my coming out here in 1974 -- Henry Kissinger, here. Delighted to see him. (Applause.) And of course, many friends -- lao peng you -- from China, so pleased to see you all here. Thank you for coming. (complete text)
