China

The People's Republic of China is a nation in eastern Asia. Excluding the Russian Federation, it is the largest nation in Asia.

It currently administers 22 provinces, 5 autonomous regions, 4 municipalities and 2 special administrative regions. The government claims the island of Taiwan as a 23rd province, along with the islands of Kinmen (Quemoy), Lienchiang (Matsu) and Penghu (Pescadores islands).

The population is over 1.3 billion; on the mainland alone, it has surpassed 1.3 citizens in early January 2005. The Han and 55 other minorities are officially recognised.

The capital of the People's Republic of China is Beijing.

Apple and the People's Republic of China
In mainland China, Apple has an office in Beijing, as well as other offices in Shanghai, Guangzhou and other regions. In the Greater China region, it has offices in Hong Kong and Taipei.

Macintosh User Groups in the People's Republic of China
There is one nationwide user group in the mainland (MacFans China) and other regional groups. Cities with Macintosh user groups include:


 * Beijing
 * Dalian
 * Qingdao
 * Shanghai

In the Greater China region, there are user groups in Hong Kong and on Taiwan.

Apple Stores in the People's Republic of China
There are no Apple Stores on either the mainland or outside of it.

Major Macintosh Web Sites in the People's Republic of China
Included are major sites on the mainland, Hong Kong, Macao and the Taiwan region.


 * Macfans.com.cn (Nationwide)
 * BeiMac (Beijing)
 * Beijing Apple House (Beijing)
 * MacWorld China (Beijing and Nationwide)
 * Sinomac (Qingdao)
 * uMac (Dalian)
 * eLesson (Shanghai)
 * MacClub (Shanghai)
 * iMacGuru (Hong Kong)
 * Frosty Place (Taiwan)