On November 26^th, Chen Zhong, Director General of Zhejiang Province Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs paid a visit to CNRRI, along with provincial and municipal staff led by directors in charge. Deputy Director General Dr. Hu Peisong rolled out the welcome mat, and expressed thanks for their long-term support to the institute. He emphasized CNRRI’s major research progress and achieved results. The two sides also engaged in discussion and communication on hot issues of present rice production.