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Chinese Group Leisure Travel to the United States to Begin in June 2008
Beijing (May 15)—The China National Tourism Administration (CNTA) and the U.S. Department of Commerce announced that starting on June 17, 2008, Chinese leisure travelers may travel to the United States in group tours under a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed by both countries. CNTA Chairman Shao Qiwei will lead the inaugural Chinese tour group on June 17 to Washington, D.C. Commerce Secretary Carlos M. Gutierrez said, “This MOU opens China’s growing market to U.S. travel and tourism industries. Now, more Chinese visitors can experience America’s hospitality, cultural diversity, and natural beauty.” (More)
Under Secretary Mancuso Addresses Export and Technology Strategies to Enhance National Security
Washington (May 15)—Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security Mario Mancuso delivered the keynote address at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. Mancuso highlighted how changes in the economic and political landscape compel the United States to develop new strategies and utilize new instruments to enhance our national security. (Remarks)
NOAA Reports U.S. Has Cool April, Global Temperature Ranked 13th Warmest on Record
Washington (May 15)—This past month was the coolest April in 11 years for the lower 48 United States, and fell into the lowest twenty-five percent of all Aprils based on records going back to 1895, according to an analysis by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Climatic Data Center. The average April temperature, 51 degrees F, during April was one degree below the 20th century mean, and was the 29th coolest, or 86th warmest, based on preliminary data. (More)
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