On initiation of overseas Chinese higher education in P.R.China——Liao Cheng-zhi and re-establishment of Ji'nan University
Liao Cheng-zhi,who was for a long time in charge of the overseas Chinese affairs,was known as an important pioneer in higher education of overseas Chinese.He showed great concern for overseas Chinese and passionately advocated and supported the re-establishment of Ji'nan University in Guangzhou in 1958 and 1978.Liao was not only Chairman of the board of directors of Ji'nan University but also principal of Huaqiao University.With Liao's great efforts,overseas Chinese can acquire knowledge and gain a better understanding of Chinese traditional culture.Liao Cheng-zhi made remarkable contributions to the initiation and development of overseas Chinese higher education.