US-China Peoples Friendship Association (USCPFA) Houston Chapter held annual gala to celebrate its 40th anniversary on Nov 7. Former US President George H. W. Bush and University Representative of Rice U. were honored for their contribution to bridging the two nations. In photo, Neil Bush (second from left) accepts the Award on behalf of his father from last year's honoree Mario Diaz (right), director of Houston Airport System, USCPFA president Casey Chen (left) and board chair Nancy Li. MAY ZHOU / CHINA DAILY