Great pick for Ambassador to China by President Obama.

1. Parent of a child adopted from China.
2. Speaks Mandarin (learned as a missionary in China).
3. Governor - so understands importance of jobs
4. Served as US ambassador to Singapore
5. Former deputy trade ambassador under GWB.

References:

• Potential Obama Rival Chosen as China Envoy - Washington Post
• Utah Governor Chosen as Ambassador to China - NY Times
  

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