Chapter 134
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Yi Huirong studied in Canada. Gao Xian, the relative she took refuge in in Canada, has naturally known for a long time.
It is no exaggeration to say that the Wu family is a leader in the Chinese community in Canada.
At this point, I have to briefly mention the history of Chinese immigrants in Canada.
Early Chinese immigrants were naturally forced to make a living. As early as 1788, Chinese immigrants came to British Columbia, the westernmost province in Canada.
As evidenced by iron historical facts, Chinese immigrants have made great contributions to this land of Canada.
In 1871, British Columbia agreed to join the Canadian Federation, but on the condition that the federal government would build a railway connecting Eastern and Western Canada within ten years.
This railway is the Canadian Pacific Railway.
To this end, in 1880, Canada found 5000 workers from China and 7000 Chinese from California to take charge of about 300 miles of the project.
The 300 mile railway does not sound very long, but it is the most arduous section of the Canadian Pacific Railway.
Because this railway goes through the steep rocky mountains.
White people are reluctant to take risks, and cheap Chinese workers have become the best candidates.
As a result, in 1881, only about a year later, there were only 1500 workers from China.
After making such a great sacrifice, is it not natural for Chinese immigrants to live in Canada?
However, when the Canadian Pacific Railway was completed in 1885, Chinese workers were no longer needed. The Canadian government crossed the river and demolished the bridge and began to introduce an anti Chinese policy, using the means of collecting poll tax.
At first, the Canadian government charged each Chinese who entered Canada 50 Canadian dollars; By 1900, it had increased to 100 Canadian dollars; In 1904, it increased to $500.
You know, the $500 is equivalent to the two-year salary of Chinese workers at that time. When converted into the currency value in 100 years, it is about $8000, that is, about 40000 yuan; Chinese workers who are subject to head tax often need to work for three to five years before they can hope to repay.
From 1886 to 1923, the poll tax levied only on Chinese made the Canadian government a profit of 23 million Canadian dollars, equivalent to a more well-known monetary value in the new millennium, reaching 1.2 billion Canadian dollars.
The Chinese are hardworking and used to saving. Therefore, the Canadian government's means of repeatedly raising the poll tax can not completely stop them. The Chinese came to Canada to make a living from China, which was plagued by war and the people were struggling at that time.
So in 1923, the Canadian government decided to abolish the poll tax and replace the Chinese immigration act of 1923, which began to be implemented on Canada's national day in the same year.
This anti Chinese plan is even more harsh. Except for the four extremely rare situations of businessmen, diplomatic officials, foreign students and special cases, almost all Chinese can not immigrate to Canada, even British Chinese.
In the more than 20 years since the Chinese immigration act of 1923 came into force, only more than 20 Chinese emigrated to Canada, including the Wu family.
During the Second World War, the Chinese made great contributions. Coupled with the pressure of public opinion in the international community, the Canadian government abolished the Chinese immigration act of 1923 in 1947.
However, the Canadian government will not open its immigration policy until 1967 when Chinese want to immigrate to Canada as "independent immigrants".
The Ma Jingxi family immigrated to Canada during this period of loose policy.
As for the official attitude of the Canadian government towards its Chinese Exclusion law, it will wait until the new millennium, with the struggle of Chinese Canadians, especially the improvement of China's international status and the enhancement of China's comprehensive national strength, to welcome Canadian Prime Minister Harper to hold a formal "apology" ceremony in the Canadian Parliament to say a late apology in Cantonese.
Canada's Chinese Exclusion law reflects the passive position of Chinese in the world.
When you open the world map, it is not difficult to find that there is no Chinese share in all strategic priorities.
The vested interests of the colonial era could not relax their encirclement, pursuit and interception of the Chinese, but changed from barbaric means to hidden means.
In the Internet age of the new millennium, we can see the argument that China hates Chinese immigrants, which is rhythmic by social wealth injustice.
For Gao Xian, as Canada, which is rich in natural resources, further relaxes the anti Chinese law, his commercial tentacles have the opportunity to reach in.
It was because Wu Zhibing's father was captured in a Book during World War II and later exchanged by Britain for prisoners of war that the Wu family moved to Canada in 1942 in accordance with the "special cases" provisions of the Chinese immigration act of 1923.
Therefore, the Wu family has been operating in Canada for a relatively long time.
For Wu Zhibing's generation, she worked as a producer and host of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. Her brother is a doctor. Compared with the social status of Chinese in Canada in this era, she can be regarded as a successful career.
Through a period of contact, Gao Xian found that Wu Zhibing, a woman, is very active and may also be related to her media work.
When Gao Xian mentioned that he wanted Yi Huirong to accompany him to the White House for the new year's banquet, Wu Zhibing interrupted with interest and asked, "can I go with you?"
"It seems that Wu Zhibing is very interested in Zhengzhi activities. No wonder he will become the governor of Canada in the future." after reading it, Gao Xianxin said happily: "I think it should be OK. My cousin is also my family. The size of our three teams is just right."
Seeing that Wu Zhibing was involved, Yi Huirong didn't even have a chance to act coquettish. She just nodded and agreed, which made Wu Zhibing giggle.
Seeing Yi Huirong embarrassed, Gao Xian said solemnly, "I served as a director of the Xiangjiang cotton textile industry association. Therefore, I want to take the opportunity to attend the White House New Year banquet to contact Morris stans, Secretary of Commerce of the United States, so as to help the association inquire about textile import quotas."
"But a senior American cabinet official like Maurice stans can't get in touch so easily."
"So, I thought again, maybe if you accompany me at the banquet, you can take the madam route."
Yi Huirong asked with concern, "if this method doesn't work, do you have any other plans?"
"Yes, but I still need your help." Gao Xian nodded confidently. "I know that in Peanut Stew, there is a Chinese female Zhengzhi lobbyist who is very close to the core circle of the White House. Her name is Anna Chennault and her Chinese name is Chen Xiangmei. You should be suitable to help me contact her."
In the upper circles of the United States, although there are few famous Chinese, they are not without them. For example, Chen Xiangmei has considerable weight and can eat well in the United States, China and treasure island at the same time.
Chen Xiangmei's husband is the famous "Flying Tigers" commander Chen Nader. After returning to the United States with her husband, Chen Xiangmei's Zhengzhi career in the United States was very successful. Even after Chen Nader's death, she was not affected and became the first Chinese to work in the White House.
During Nixon's presidential campaign, Chen Xiangmei was appointed chairman of the National Women's Support Committee for Nixon's presidential campaign and concurrently served as an adviser on Asian affairs; After Nixon won the presidential election, Chen Xiangmei was appointed Executive member and vice chairman of finance of the Communist Party of China.
Gao Xian has reason to believe that with these qualifications, Chen Xiangmei can definitely help if she is willing.
After hearing Gao Xian's plan, Wu Zhibing couldn't help exclaiming, "I didn't expect David to plan so carefully."
Seeing that the second daughter had no objection, Gao Xian knew that he fooled success and turned the two daughters into powerful assistants.
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Yi Huirong studied in Canada. Gao Xian, the relative she took refuge in in Canada, has naturally known for a long time.
It is no exaggeration to say that the Wu family is a leader in the Chinese community in Canada.
At this point, I have to briefly mention the history of Chinese immigrants in Canada.
Early Chinese immigrants were naturally forced to make a living. As early as 1788, Chinese immigrants came to British Columbia, the westernmost province in Canada.
As evidenced by iron historical facts, Chinese immigrants have made great contributions to this land of Canada.
In 1871, British Columbia agreed to join the Canadian Federation, but on the condition that the federal government would build a railway connecting Eastern and Western Canada within ten years.
This railway is the Canadian Pacific Railway.
To this end, in 1880, Canada found 5000 workers from China and 7000 Chinese from California to take charge of about 300 miles of the project.
The 300 mile railway does not sound very long, but it is the most arduous section of the Canadian Pacific Railway.
Because this railway goes through the steep rocky mountains.
White people are reluctant to take risks, and cheap Chinese workers have become the best candidates.
As a result, in 1881, only about a year later, there were only 1500 workers from China.
After making such a great sacrifice, is it not natural for Chinese immigrants to live in Canada?
However, when the Canadian Pacific Railway was completed in 1885, Chinese workers were no longer needed. The Canadian government crossed the river and demolished the bridge and began to introduce an anti Chinese policy, using the means of collecting poll tax.
At first, the Canadian government charged each Chinese who entered Canada 50 Canadian dollars; By 1900, it had increased to 100 Canadian dollars; In 1904, it increased to $500.
You know, the $500 is equivalent to the two-year salary of Chinese workers at that time. When converted into the currency value in 100 years, it is about $8000, that is, about 40000 yuan; Chinese workers who are subject to head tax often need to work for three to five years before they can hope to repay.
From 1886 to 1923, the poll tax levied only on Chinese made the Canadian government a profit of 23 million Canadian dollars, equivalent to a more well-known monetary value in the new millennium, reaching 1.2 billion Canadian dollars.
The Chinese are hardworking and used to saving. Therefore, the Canadian government's means of repeatedly raising the poll tax can not completely stop them. The Chinese came to Canada to make a living from China, which was plagued by war and the people were struggling at that time.
So in 1923, the Canadian government decided to abolish the poll tax and replace the Chinese immigration act of 1923, which began to be implemented on Canada's national day in the same year.
This anti Chinese plan is even more harsh. Except for the four extremely rare situations of businessmen, diplomatic officials, foreign students and special cases, almost all Chinese can not immigrate to Canada, even British Chinese.
In the more than 20 years since the Chinese immigration act of 1923 came into force, only more than 20 Chinese emigrated to Canada, including the Wu family.
During the Second World War, the Chinese made great contributions. Coupled with the pressure of public opinion in the international community, the Canadian government abolished the Chinese immigration act of 1923 in 1947.
However, the Canadian government will not open its immigration policy until 1967 when Chinese want to immigrate to Canada as "independent immigrants".
The Ma Jingxi family immigrated to Canada during this period of loose policy.
As for the official attitude of the Canadian government towards its Chinese Exclusion law, it will wait until the new millennium, with the struggle of Chinese Canadians, especially the improvement of China's international status and the enhancement of China's comprehensive national strength, to welcome Canadian Prime Minister Harper to hold a formal "apology" ceremony in the Canadian Parliament to say a late apology in Cantonese.
Canada's Chinese Exclusion law reflects the passive position of Chinese in the world.
When you open the world map, it is not difficult to find that there is no Chinese share in all strategic priorities.
The vested interests of the colonial era could not relax their encirclement, pursuit and interception of the Chinese, but changed from barbaric means to hidden means.
In the Internet age of the new millennium, we can see the argument that China hates Chinese immigrants, which is rhythmic by social wealth injustice.
For Gao Xian, as Canada, which is rich in natural resources, further relaxes the anti Chinese law, his commercial tentacles have the opportunity to reach in.
It was because Wu Zhibing's father was captured in a Book during World War II and later exchanged by Britain for prisoners of war that the Wu family moved to Canada in 1942 in accordance with the "special cases" provisions of the Chinese immigration act of 1923.
Therefore, the Wu family has been operating in Canada for a relatively long time.
For Wu Zhibing's generation, she worked as a producer and host of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. Her brother is a doctor. Compared with the social status of Chinese in Canada in this era, she can be regarded as a successful career.
Through a period of contact, Gao Xian found that Wu Zhibing, a woman, is very active and may also be related to her media work.
When Gao Xian mentioned that he wanted Yi Huirong to accompany him to the White House for the new year's banquet, Wu Zhibing interrupted with interest and asked, "can I go with you?"
"It seems that Wu Zhibing is very interested in Zhengzhi activities. No wonder he will become the governor of Canada in the future." after reading it, Gao Xianxin said happily: "I think it should be OK. My cousin is also my family. The size of our three teams is just right."
Seeing that Wu Zhibing was involved, Yi Huirong didn't even have a chance to act coquettish. She just nodded and agreed, which made Wu Zhibing giggle.
Seeing Yi Huirong embarrassed, Gao Xian said solemnly, "I served as a director of the Xiangjiang cotton textile industry association. Therefore, I want to take the opportunity to attend the White House New Year banquet to contact Morris stans, Secretary of Commerce of the United States, so as to help the association inquire about textile import quotas."
"But a senior American cabinet official like Maurice stans can't get in touch so easily."
"So, I thought again, maybe if you accompany me at the banquet, you can take the madam route."
Yi Huirong asked with concern, "if this method doesn't work, do you have any other plans?"
"Yes, but I still need your help." Gao Xian nodded confidently. "I know that in Peanut Stew, there is a Chinese female Zhengzhi lobbyist who is very close to the core circle of the White House. Her name is Anna Chennault and her Chinese name is Chen Xiangmei. You should be suitable to help me contact her."
In the upper circles of the United States, although there are few famous Chinese, they are not without them. For example, Chen Xiangmei has considerable weight and can eat well in the United States, China and treasure island at the same time.
Chen Xiangmei's husband is the famous "Flying Tigers" commander Chen Nader. After returning to the United States with her husband, Chen Xiangmei's Zhengzhi career in the United States was very successful. Even after Chen Nader's death, she was not affected and became the first Chinese to work in the White House.
During Nixon's presidential campaign, Chen Xiangmei was appointed chairman of the National Women's Support Committee for Nixon's presidential campaign and concurrently served as an adviser on Asian affairs; After Nixon won the presidential election, Chen Xiangmei was appointed Executive member and vice chairman of finance of the Communist Party of China.
Gao Xian has reason to believe that with these qualifications, Chen Xiangmei can definitely help if she is willing.
After hearing Gao Xian's plan, Wu Zhibing couldn't help exclaiming, "I didn't expect David to plan so carefully."
Seeing that the second daughter had no objection, Gao Xian knew that he fooled success and turned the two daughters into powerful assistants.
Yi Huirong studied in Canada. Gao Xian, the relative she took refuge in in Canada, has naturally known for a long time.It is no exaggeration to say that the Wu family is a leader in the Chinese community in Canada.At this point, I have to briefly mention the history of Chinese immigrants in Canada.Early Chinese immigrants were naturally forced to make a living. As early as 1788, Chinese immigrants came to British Columbia, the westernmost province in Canada.As evidenced by iron historical facts, Chinese immigrants have made great contributions to this land of Canada.In 1871, British Columbia agreed to join the Canadian Federation, but on the condition that the federal government would build a railway connecting Eastern and Western Canada within ten years.This railway is the Canadian Pacific Railway.To this end, in 1880, Canada found 5000 workers from China and 7000 Chinese from California to take charge of about 300 miles of the project.The 300 mile railway does not sound very long, but it is the most arduous section of the Canadian Pacific Railway.Because this railway goes through the steep rocky mountains.White people are reluctant to take risks, and cheap Chinese workers have become the best candidates.As a result, in 1881, only about a year later, there were only 1500 workers from China.After making such a great sacrifice, is it not natural for Chinese immigrants to live in Canada?However, when the Canadian Pacific Railway was completed in 1885, Chinese workers were no longer needed. The Canadian government crossed the river and demolished the bridge and began to introduce an anti Chinese policy, using the means of collecting poll tax.At first, the Canadian government charged each Chinese who entered Canada 50 Canadian dollars; By 1900, it had increased to 100 Canadian dollars; In 1904, it increased to $500.You know, the $500 is equivalent to the two-year salary of Chinese workers at that time. When converted into the currency value in 100 years, it is about $8000, that is, about 40000 yuan; Chinese workers who are subject to head tax often need to work for three to five years before they can hope to repay.From 1886 to 1923, the poll tax levied only on Chinese made the Canadian government a profit of 23 million Canadian dollars, equivalent to a more well-known monetary value in the new millennium, reaching 1.2 billion Canadian dollars.The Chinese are hardworking and used to saving. Therefore, the Canadian government's means of repeatedly raising the poll tax can not completely stop them. The Chinese came to Canada to make a living from China, which was plagued by war and the people were struggling at that time.So in 1923, the Canadian government decided to abolish the poll tax and replace the Chinese immigration act of 1923, which began to be implemented on Canada's national day in the same year.This anti Chinese plan is even more harsh. Except for the four extremely rare situations of businessmen, diplomatic officials, foreign students and special cases, almost all Chinese can not immigrate to Canada, even British Chinese.In the more than 20 years since the Chinese immigration act of 1923 came into force, only more than 20 Chinese emigrated to Canada, including the Wu family.During the Second World War, the Chinese made great contributions. Coupled with the pressure of public opinion in the international community, the Canadian government abolished the Chinese immigration act of 1923 in 1947.However, the Canadian government will not open its immigration policy until 1967 when Chinese want to immigrate to Canada as "independent immigrants".The Ma Jingxi family immigrated to Canada during this period of loose policy.As for the official attitude of the Canadian government towards its Chinese Exclusion law, it will wait until the new millennium, with the struggle of Chinese Canadians, especially the improvement of China's international status and the enhancement of China's comprehensive national strength, to welcome Canadian Prime Minister Harper to hold a formal "apology" ceremony in the Canadian Parliament to say a late apology in Cantonese.Canada's Chinese Exclusion law reflects the passive position of Chinese in the world.When you open the world map, it is not difficult to find that there is no Chinese share in all strategic priorities.The vested interests of the colonial era could not relax their encirclement, pursuit and interception of the Chinese, but changed from barbaric means to hidden means.In the Internet age of the new millennium, we can see the argument that China hates Chinese immigrants, which is rhythmic by social wealth injustice.For Gao Xian, as Canada, which is rich in natural resources, further relaxes the anti Chinese law, his commercial tentacles have the opportunity to reach in.It was because Wu Zhibing's father was captured in a Book during World War II and later exchanged by Britain for prisoners of war that the Wu family moved to Canada in 1942 in accordance with the "special cases" provisions of the Chinese immigration act of 1923.Therefore, the Wu family has been operating in Canada for a relatively long time.For Wu Zhibing's generation, she worked as a producer and host of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. Her brother is a doctor. Compared with the social status of Chinese in Canada in this era, she can be regarded as a successful career.Through a period of contact, Gao Xian found that Wu Zhibing, a woman, is very active and may also be related to her media work.When Gao Xian mentioned that he wanted Yi Huirong to accompany him to the White House for the new year's banquet, Wu Zhibing interrupted with interest and asked, "can I go with you?""It seems that Wu Zhibing is very interested in Zhengzhi activities. No wonder he will become the governor of Canada in the future." after reading it, Gao Xianxin said happily: "I think it should be OK. My cousin is also my family. The size of our three teams is just right."Seeing that Wu Zhibing was involved, Yi Huirong didn't even have a chance to act coquettish. She just nodded and agreed, which made Wu Zhibing giggle.Seeing Yi Huirong embarrassed, Gao Xian said solemnly, "I served as a director of the Xiangjiang cotton textile industry association. Therefore, I want to take the opportunity to attend the White House New Year banquet to contact Morris stans, Secretary of Commerce of the United States, so as to help the association inquire about textile import quotas.""But a senior American cabinet official like Maurice stans can't get in touch so easily.""So, I thought again, maybe if you accompany me at the banquet, you can take the madam route."Yi Huirong asked with concern, "if this method doesn't work, do you have any other plans?""Yes, but I still need your help." Gao Xian nodded confidently. "I know that in Peanut Stew, there is a Chinese female Zhengzhi lobbyist who is very close to the core circle of the White House. Her name is Anna Chennault and her Chinese name is Chen Xiangmei. You should be suitable to help me contact her."In the upper circles of the United States, although there are few famous Chinese, they are not without them. For example, Chen Xiangmei has considerable weight and can eat well in the United States, China and treasure island at the same time.Chen Xiangmei's husband is the famous "Flying Tigers" commander Chen Nader. After returning to the United States with her husband, Chen Xiangmei's Zhengzhi career in the United States was very successful. Even after Chen Nader's death, she was not affected and became the first Chinese to work in the White House.During Nixon's presidential campaign, Chen Xiangmei was appointed chairman of the National Women's Support Committee for Nixon's presidential campaign and concurrently served as an adviser on Asian affairs; After Nixon won the presidential election, Chen Xiangmei was appointed Executive member and vice chairman of finance of the Communist Party of China.Gao Xian has reason to believe that with these qualifications, Chen Xiangmei can definitely help if she is willing.After hearing Gao Xian's plan, Wu Zhibing couldn't help exclaiming, "I didn't expect David to plan so carefully."Seeing that the second daughter had no objection, Gao Xian knew that he fooled success and turned the two daughters into powerful assistants.
