5.18.2008 - 05:30pm ET

(CSRwire) SAN JOSE, Calif., May 18 /PRNewswire/ -- The devastating earthquake that struck Sichuan on Monday, May 12, has resulted in tragic loss of life, numerous injuries and tremendous destruction. HYSTA (Hua Yuan Science and Technology Association) has been actively participating in the earthquake relief efforts since the news broke out.

"On behalf of HYSTA board, management team, volunteers and 4000 members, we express our deepest condolences for the victims and sincere sympathy for the bereaved families. Our hearts go out to all who are suffering from this disaster," said Qi Lu and Hong Chen, Co-Presidents of HYSTA. "We will offer any assistance that we can and we encourage all overseas Chinese to give full support to the relief efforts in the affected area."

HYSTA has mobilized its members for donation to disaster relief funds. HYSTA actively supports and promotes any joint relief effort in Chinese community.

For donation details, please visit www.hysta.org.

About HYSTA:
Hua Yuan Science and Technology Association (www.HYSTA.org) is the leading Chinese professional association in the U.S. aimed at nurturing entrepreneurship and career development among Chinese technology and business professionals in Silicon Valley. Founded in 1999 by a group of successful Chinese entrepreneurs, HYSTA facilitates networking and the exchange of business ideas between Silicon Valley and China.

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