Abia governor, chief Theodore Orji has urged people of the state residing in China to be good ambassadors while in the Asian country.
In a statement by the chief press secretary, Ugochukwu Emezue,the governor in a town hall meeting told them to be law abiding and shun the urge to push hard drugs.
According to chief Orji Abians are noted for intergrity, hardwork and excellence as such they should not do anything that would bring shame to the state.
He pleaded with those of them who have factories in Gwanzo and other cities in China to replicate same in Aba, Umuahia and Ohafia.
He assured them of security back home even as he reeled out his numerous legacy projects that elicited thunderous applause.
Governor Orji said he will return to China in future to consolidate the new relationship being established during the visit.
Leaders of Abia progressive unions present lauded the governor for his achievements and promised to come home and invest.
Special Adviser on diaspora, chief Kingsley Megwara and chief Eleanya Okoroji accompanied the governor on the visit to china.