OUR TEAM
Our team includes scientists, entrepreneurs, social activists and senior managers. Among them are individuals who have played leading roles in the fields of science, technology and economic development in China, New Zealand and beyond. They are also experts in education, health, and other sectors. Their credentials include serving on China’s Administration of Foreign Experts and the Distinguished Expert Committee for Overseas Chinese, acting as Deputy Directors and members of the China Association for Science and Technology’s intelligence expert committees, and advising state councils, enterprises, universities, Crown Research Institutes, and Chinese community organisations.
As cooperation between New Zealand and China in science, technology, and the economy continues to grow, we believe that more insightful and passionate individuals from both countries will join the Association.
Professor Yihuai Gao
Founder, President
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Director of Alpha Massey Natural Nutraceuticals Research Centre, New Zealand
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Dean of Tongji University Alpha Natural Medicine Research Institute
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Honourable Research Fellow, Riddet Institute, New Zealand
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Chairman of the New Zealand–China Science and Technology Economic Promotion Association
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Director of the New Zealand Institute of Natural Medicines
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First recipient of "Fujian Province’s High-Level Entrepreneurial and Innovative Talents" award by the Fujian Provincial Party Committee Talent Work Leading Group
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Overseas Invited Representative of the 11th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference
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Expert with the China Association for Science and Technology
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Member of the Specially Appointed Expert Committee of the All-China Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese
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Chairman of the Specially Appointed Expert Committee of the Jilin Provincial Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese
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Chairman of the Expert Committee of the Fujian Provincial Food and Drug Administration
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Chairman of the Board of Directors, Anfa International Holdings Group
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Advisor to the Board of Directors, China Edible Fungi Association
David Gao
Executive President
The Association operates with a core team that collectively makes decisions and carries out its mission. This team includes both new members and long-serving contributors who have worked diligently for the Association. It also comprises elite professionals from the business and social sectors who bring extensive management experience and broad networks.
The core team is dedicated to enhancing and promoting in-depth cooperation between New Zealand and China in science, technology and economic development.
Dingyi Xu
Executive Vice President
Xiaoxu Liao
Vice President Secretary General
Li Xu
Vice President
Shaolin Huang
Vice President
PAST MEMBERS AND FRIENDS
Over the past two decades, the growth and development of the Association has relied on the dedication of former team members and the support of individuals across all sectors, including government officials in both countries. We will always remember the contributions of our predecessors and friends.
Their efforts inspire us to remain united in purpose so that the Association may continue to thrive, evolve and expand its influence and role.
