The World Association of Chinese Cuisine, a trade organization for China's catering industry, has changed its name to the World Federation of the Chinese Catering Industry to highlight its focus on promoting Chinese cuisine around the world.

"Food has no borders, and it is one of the most important things in people's lives," says Yang Liu, chairperson of the federation. "Chinese cuisine has long been an important part of our culture.

"As the Chinese economy grows and people's lives improve, our government is paying more attention to the development and promotion of Chinese cuisine around the world."