World Chinese Business Women’s Management Association (World Chinese) held the 14th Global President Handover Ceremony in Taipei on October 16th. It marked a new milestone as the global branches exceeded 100, achieving the goal of “blooming a hundred flowers”. Representatives from the three major branches in Southern California – Los Angeles and Orange County, totaling 64 delegates – crossed the sea to witness the inauguration of the new global president, Chen Linghua. This event showcased the active participation of Chinese businesswomen from Southern California in international exchanges and expanding global networks.
The “2026 World Annual Meeting of the Global Presidency Handover Ceremony and Overseas Chinese Affairs Commission Dinner” took place at the Grand Hyatt Taipei. The Overseas Chinese Affairs Commission hosted the event, welcoming around a thousand guests and members. Premier Chuo Rong-Tai served as the overseer, and outgoing President Lin Shu-min officially handed over the seal to Chen Linghua, symbolizing World Chinese entering a new phase of development built on the foundations laid by past leaders.
In her speech, Chen Linghua emphasized the significance of World Chinese, founded over 30 years ago in Taiwan, gradually expanding to different continents, becoming an essential platform for female Chinese business professionals to network and cooperate globally. Upon assuming office, she outlined the core values of “inheritance, gratitude, and innovation”, along with three major visions of “sustainability, beneficence, and innovation”, and four key development directions of “connecting, internationalizing, modernizing, and digitalizing”. She aims to lead the global branches in deepening cross-border connections, integrating industry resources, and creating more collaboration opportunities for members.
Chen pointed out that World Chinese members not only excel in their respective fields but also dedicate themselves to philanthropic services and international exchanges. She hopes that members worldwide will continue to work together to embody the idea of “fulfilling others, enlightening oneself, and warming the world”, enabling Chinese businesswomen to have a greater impact in global economic, trade, and social service sectors.
The delegation from the three major branches in Southern California traveled to Taiwan to attend the handover ceremony. The Southern California branch sent 45 representatives, Los Angeles branch 12, and Orange County branch 7 – totaling 64 individuals showed support for Chen Linghua and the new team. Rosaline from Southern California also received the World Chinese 11th Crown Award, becoming one of the ten awardees.
Premier Chuo Rong-Tai presented the Crown Award during the ceremony, recognizing the long-term commitment of female entrepreneurs in World Chinese to public services and philanthropy. He urged the new President Chen Linghua to continue exerting international influence, strengthen cooperation within the overseas Chinese community, and promote economic and cultural exchanges between Taiwan and other countries.
Chen Linghua expressed that taking on the role of President carries significant responsibility and commitment. She pledges to collaborate with the new team members from various countries and regions, continue the excellent traditions of World Chinese, and drive organizational innovation. She also expressed gratitude to the past presidents and global members for their long-standing efforts, emphasizing that the development of World Chinese relies on the collective endeavor of members worldwide.
With the global branches surpassing the hundred mark, World Chinese will continue to expand its international network, connecting female entrepreneurs from different regions, industries, and generations. The participation of Southern California members in the global president handover event, along with exchanging ideas with members from around the world, will foster networking and collaboration opportunities, showcasing the proactive stance of overseas Chinese businesswomen, rooted locally yet with a global perspective.