The AVIVA-COFCO China Masters Badminton Championships 2007 will be solemnly held in Chengdu, Sichuan, China during July 10—15, 2007. This is a magnificent gathering for both the international and the Chinese badminton circles, an even grander occasion for Sichuan badminton circles in particular. I would like, on behalf of the hosting party, to extend the warmest welcome to all the world-top players and their coaches from different countries and regions. My welcome also goes to all the distinguished guests.

The sport of badminton enjoys a widespread mass foundation in Sichuan. The province of Sichuan also boasts of a wealthy experience in hosting large-scale sports event. We are confident and determined to provide this tournament with best quality services.

May the AVIVA-COFCO China Masters Badminton Championships 2007 be crowned with a complete success. Wish all the players, coaches and guests be deeply impressed by the beautiful “land of abundance”—the province of Sichuan.

Liu Xiaofeng, Vice Governor

Sichuan Provincial People’s Government