Chinese language and culture for knowing China

China is dynamic and indispensable for globalization with more than 1/5 of the population of the world. Intellectual exploration on China would reveal the customs,traditions,social and etiquette in a lively and informative style to all folks who seek to integrate seamlessly into diverse cultures other than the Western heritage. China is the world's fastest rising economic powerhouse. I honor the strong bond of lifetime friendship that is forging through shared expertise at NUFE 2001 to date as my recent teaching effort. Shanghai is the city on the sea for "Shang-hai" Situated at the center of China's vast eastern coastlines,Shanghai is conveniently located near the mouth of its most productive river system, the Yanzi River. In order to learn about China,Chinese language and culture would be needed for understanding. "A Glimpse of the Chinese Language" is useful for all English-speaking folks to be aware of the basic Chinese language in Pin Yin system of romanization. Chinese culture may be studied from Confucianism. Philosophy of Mencius is also dedicated to those who wish to have knowledge of Chinese culture. Xie Shihao on Monday,Nov.12, 2007