Taking stock - Houston

Li Shaolin, president of the Houston Chapter of the China General Chamber of Commerce (CGCC)-USA, reviews the organization's achievements over the past year and the outlook for the future at its annual conference on Aug 25 in Houston. Executives from more than 40 Chinese corporations in the southern states attended, along with Consul General Li Qiangmin and the national president of CGCC Xu Chen.Li promised to provide more services to members in the coming year, adding that the organization now consisted of 59 corporate members. May Zhou / China Daily

Gathering - Houston

Executives of more than 40 Chinese companies and VIP guests gather for a group photo at the annual conference of the Houston chapter of the China General Chamber of Commerce. May Zhou / China Daily

Back on dry land - Houston

Boat crews, organized by the Houston Chinese Alliance and Asian Network of Gun Owners, gather for a celebration after participating in a race in Houston on Aug 27. Provided To China Daily

Shakedown cruise - Houston, Tx

One of the two boat teams competes in the boat race. Both teams will participate in the upcoming Gulf Coast International Dragon Boat Regatta in Oct. Provided To China Daily