SHANGHAI, July 19, 2010 — The USA Pavilion at Expo 2010 Shanghai welcomed its three millionth visitor today, only 80 days after it opened doors on May 1.
Mr. Cai Zhiping and Ms. Wang Xiangjuan, a couple from Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province, received a crystal USA Pavilion model, a USA Pavilion special gold coin and other pavilion memorabilia for being the three millionth visitors. The 70-year-old couple was welcomed by Mr. Martin Alintuck, President and CEO of the USA Pavilion, at the stage in front of the pavilion. This is their first visit to the Expo.
"I am very proud of what we have accomplished in the past 80 days," said Ambassador Jose H. Villarreal, U.S. Commissioner General. "During this span, we have greeted visitors and dignitaries from across China and around the world — including Chinese President Hu Jintao, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, among others. Today's marking of our three millionth visitors is another important milestone after we celebrated our National Day on July 2. We look forward to sharing the American spirit and warm hospitality with more visitors and friends."
Being one of the most popular pavilions at Expo 2010, the USA Pavilion has maintained the momentum of accommodating 42,000 visitors per day, and is expected to receive more than six million guests over the entire duration of the Expo.
At more than 60,000 square feet, the USA Pavilion is one of the largest national pavilions at the Expo. With the theme of "Rising to the Challenge," the United States presence showcases American culture, values, innovation and business in one of China's most dynamic cities, while celebrating the friendship and cooperation between the United States, China and the rest of the world.
USA Pavilion official website:
http://www.usapavilion2010.com
USA Pavilion photo stream:
http://flickr.com/photos/usapavilion
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