Decades later, things have changed dramatically. Americans are found in every Chinese province andregion and in all walks of life. Much of this change is due to the increasing exchanges and improvingrelationship between the two countries, but what lures many here is China's rapid development and thehuge opportunities that have arisen with that development. When asked why they come to China, onealways hears a common theme - "China is the future." But it is also China's long history and diversecultures that hook so many Americans.
How do these Americans fare in China? The following stories give you a glimpse into the big picture.