CITY OF DALIAN, CHINA OFFICE OF THE MAYOR DEREN XIA, Ph.D.

Dear Friend:

It is my pleasure to welcome you to Dalian for the WHTS 1st Annual Congress of International Drug Discovery Science & Technology(IDDST), 2003.Over thousands of scientists, CEOs, R&D directors, university presidents, hospital managerial personnels, company representatives, professors, and graduate students will attend this conference to share ideas, experiences and insights.

During yours stay in Dalian, I encourage you to take advantage of the Pearl of Northern China and all Dalian has to offer. Stroll the colorful Russian Romantec Streets or the sidewalks of fashionable Qiniwa Qiao Street.Visit the largest grand square in Asia,, Xinghai Square, have a brief tour along coast drive way between clear sky and blue sea, go shopping at vibrant Wal-Mart and Carrefour Marketplaces, and visit our world-class Pole Museum and Oriana Liner Theme Park.The charm of Dalian lies wethin its beautiful green atmosphere and its contemporary, international flavor. I invite you to discover our uniqueness and share the excitement, warmth, and hospitality of the people of Dalian.

Deren Xia, Ph.D.
Mayor of Dalian