Editor's note

Overseas Chinese are gaining a much higher profile compared with previous generations and even leading the way in connecting China with the world. The New Chinese series presented by China Daily UK takes a closer look at four representative characters to give you a refreshing perspective on overseas Chinese.

Johnny Qi

A wage earner-turned entrepreneur and local union leader, Johnny Qi always believes he "should do something" and "can do something" to represent his country and culture. Trying to connect two different cultures is what The New Chinese are supposed to do.