Starting October 1, 2009 running through October 6, 2009, China celebrated the People's Republic 60th Anniversary. The celebration marks sixty years since Mao Zedong announced the establishment of the People's Republic of China (PRC).
China's capital city is set to unleash a parade of over 200,000 people in honor of the achievements of the last 60 years. Leaders and politicians will reflect on the practices that have brought China to the status of a world superpower.
United States Ambassador to China, John Huntsman, issued a congratulatory statement to China on the first day of celebration.
"Congratulations to the People’s Republic of China on the 60th anniversary of its founding. In the last 30 years, China has undergone an extraordinary economic transformation, lifting millions of people out of poverty. This is truly an extraordinary and historic accomplishment.
We are also pleased that this year marks the 30th anniversary of U.S.-PRC diplomatic relations. As President Obama said, history has shown that our two countries benefit from engagement that is grounded in mutual interest and respect. I am pleased that today we are working hard to build the kind of positive, cooperative and comprehensive relationship that reflects the deepening ties between our people and that will allow us to realize the common interests of our two nations."
One of the many ways our countries mutually benefit is through the Au Pair program. As the Au Pair program grows, more and more Au Pairs from China apply to the program.
"Chinese Au Pairs are in great demand," said, Tanna Wilson, managing director of goAUPAIR. "We have numerous families that love the Chinese cultural and enjoy having the rich cultural influence on their children."
During the celebration, all U.S. Embassies in China will be closed from October 1- 6, 2009. There will be no appointments or visas processed during this time. Please contact goAUPAIR with any further questions regarding any possible delays with Au Pairs and their visas.
*China Celebration Pictures provided by goAUPAIR's Tiger Wang, IT Director.
China's 60th Anniversary National Day - Timelapse and Slow Motion
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