Jiangmen Returned Overseas Chinese Federation
Established in 1955, according to the federation‘s official website, the Jiangmen Returned Overseas Chinese Federation functions as a mass organization founded and led by the Chinese Communist Party to serve as a bridge between the Party-state and overseas Chinese communities. Operating under the direct leadership of the Jiangmen Municipal Party Committee, but linked to the national United Front Work Department system, the Federation claims to employ 12 staff members across three departments and oversees eight affiliated organizations, including the Jiangmen Overseas Chinese Media Center (江門市僑媒中心). Following the principle of “working domestically while influencing internationally,” the Federation implements overseas United Front work through cultural exchanges, business promotion, and media outreach. According to its website, it has established 986 overseas Chinese organizations citywide, with 437 Party-led overseas Chinese work stations. The Federation actively collaborates with the United Front Work Department to implement the “Overseas Chinese Affairs Strong City” initiative while maintaining relationships with 74 overseas Chinese media outlets across 30 countries.
