Symington elected to the National Committee on U.S. China Relations
New York City, December 2022 - Symington has been elected a member of the esteemed National Committee on U.S. China Relations. One of the highest honors in American public diplomacy, this appointment recognizes Symington’s exceptional expertise and dedication to fostering a deeper understanding of China, U.S.-China relations, and developments in Asia.
The National Committee, established in 1966, consists of prominent Americans representing diverse perspectives from across the country. Committed to increasing public knowledge of China and the critical nature of U.S.-China relations, the Committee recognizes the importance of a shared future for both nations. Membership to the National Committee is by nomination only, limited to U.S. citizens, and subject to approval by the Board of Directors. Candidates must be nominated by a current member, and nominations undergo a rigorous annual review process led by the Membership Committee.
Symington’s remarkable cross-industry achievements, which encompass his roles as Chief of Staff at BIMI Medical Inc. (NASDAQ: BIMI), The Irene Trowell-Harris Scholar of Public Health at Yale, and managing director of a prominent family-owned real estate portfolio in Asia, exemplify his expertise in global affairs and commitment to responsible development.
His philanthropic endeavors, including co-founding China's first plant-based festival and extensive contributions toward addressing plastic pollution, education, and extreme poverty, showcase his passion for creating positive change. Acknowledged by prestigious awards such as Tatler Asia's Leader of Tomorrow and The National Association of Asian-American Professionals Inspire Award, Symington’s leadership and influence have garnered recognition from prominent figures and media outlets worldwide, with former president of the UN Security Council Kishore Mahbubani naming him “a sane voice on US-China Relations”.
As a newly elected member of the National Committee on U.S. China Relations, Symington will contribute his valuable insights and expertise to furthering the organization's mission of enhancing understanding and cooperation between the United States and China.
纽约市，2022年12月 - 全球事务专家、华尔街企业高管和投资者韦紫明已被当选为中美关系全国委员会委员。此任命表彰了韦紫明在加深对中国、中美关系和亚洲发展的理解方面所展现出的卓越专业知识和奉献精神。
中美关系全国委员会成立于1966年，由来自全国各地的杰出美国人组成，代表着多样的观点。委员会致力于增进公众对中国的了解以及中美关系的重要性，并认识到两国共同未来的重要性。成为中美关系全国委员会的成员仅通过提名，并仅限于美国公民，并需获得董事会的批准。候选人必须由现任委员提名，并经过由入会委员会领导的严格年度审查流程。
韦紫明在跨行业取得的卓越成就，包括担任BIMI Medical Inc.（纳斯达克股票代码：BIMI）幕僚长、耶鲁大学Irene Trowell-Harris公共卫生学者和北京的房地产投资组合的董事总经理，展现了他在全球事务方面的专业知识和对负责任发展的承诺。
他的慈善事业，包括共同创办中国首个以植物为基础的节日以促进可持续的食品系统和公共卫生，并对解决塑料污染、教育和极度贫困作出广泛贡献，展示了他对创造积极变革的激情。韦紫明获得了《尚流》杂志颁发的“未来领袖奖”和美国亚裔专业人士协会颁发的“启迪奖”等著名奖项，他的领导才能和影响力受到了全球知名人士和媒体机构的认可，联合国安全理事会前主席基舍尔·马哈布巴尼称他为“中美关系中的理性声音”。
作为中美关系全国委员会的新成员，韦紫明将为推动该组织加强美中理解与合作的使命贡献自己宝贵的见解和专业知识。