Jiang Congratulates Chang Hsueh-liang on 100th BirthdayChinese President Jiang Zemin on Thursday congratulated General Chang Hsueh-liang on the occasion of his 100th birthday. Jiang also sent him a basket of flowers."On the occasion of your 100th birthday, I am sending this message to extend my heartfelt congratulations," said Jiang. "Your outstanding historic contributions, which will definitely shine through the ages, have been admired and remembered by Chinese people both home and abroad. Your patriotic spirit will no doubt be carried forward. "I hope you would take good care of yourself and lead a happy life." The message and the flowers were delivered to Chang on Thursday by the Chinese consulate-general in Hawaii. Chang told acting Consular-General Xu Shiguo that he is very happy to receive the message and flowers from Jiang. He asked Xu to convey his heartfelt gratitude to Jiang. Li Ruihuan, chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, also sent a congratulatory letter to Chang. |
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