On January 10, Consul General Xu Erwen met with Former U.S. President George H.W. Bush at President Bush's office. Ms. Jean Becker, Chief of Staff of the Former President Bush's Office and Vice Consul Wang Rui were present.

Consul General Xu applauded Former President Bush on his significant contributions to the development of China-U.S. relations. She briefed him with the latest development of the bilateral relations. She also wished Former President Bush and his family good health and a happy New Year.

Former President Bush expressed his delight to witness the sound and stable development of China-U.S. relationship. He asked Consul General Xu to convey his sincere greetings and good blessings to the Chinese people in the coming Year of Dragon.

Consul General Xu and Former President Bush also exchanged views on other topics of their common interest.