Beijing, August 9 (KCNA) -- Ren Qiliang, a vice-director of the Office of Overseas Chinese Affairs of the State Council of China, on August 2 called for raising the role of young Chinese businessmen residing abroad.

Addressing the 10th friendship meeting of the training institute for overseas young businessmen, Ren urged them to avail themselves of the opportunity of China's fresh development during the 12th five-year plan, promote their businesses and contribute to exchange and cooperation between China and countries where they reside.