On 10 November, Liang Feng, Vice President of the Shaanxi Provincial People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, led a delegation on a visit to New Zealand and held a donation ceremony of the “Gung Ho Brick” at the Rewi Alley Memorial Museum in Christchurch. Yin Ji, Director of the Bilateral Relations Section, was invited to attend. Other attendees included Graeme Tinkler, President of the New Zealand China Friendship Society's South Island Branch; Michelle McWilliam, representative of the Christchurch China Friendship Committee; Zhao Fang, President of New Zealand Shaanxi General Association of Commerce Incorporated; as well as other friends from the Christchurch City Council, business, tourism and cultural sectors.
President Liang Feng recalled Rewi Alley's contributions to the Gung Ho movement and the establishment of Bailie School in Shaanxi. He also introduced Shaanxi's cultural and tourism resources and distinctive industries, expressing the hope of carrying forward Rewi Alley's spirit and exploring practical cooperation with New Zealand's South Island to pursue new opportunities for mutual development.
Director Yin Ji expressed gratitude to the delegation for donating the “Gung Ho Brick” to the museum and voiced the hope that both sides would deepen exchanges and cooperation, making the most of their respective strengths. The Consulate General stands ready to serve as a bridge and facilitate closer friendly cooperation between the two sides.
Following the donation ceremony, the delegation delivered promotions on Shaanxi's agricultural development, culture and tourism.




