Anheuser-Busch – Press – Anheuser-Busch in China

As the largest-volume and fastest-growing beer market in the world, China is one of the most important markets for Anheuser-Busch outside the United States.

Anheuser-Busch has invested in China through its owned and operated Budweiser Wuhan International Brewery, a 27 percent equity interest in Tsingtao and a 100 percent ownership of Harbin Brewery.

Recent Releases

	Budweiser Renews Sponsorship of Manchester United LONDON (Oct. 7, 2008) – Budweiser and Manchester United announced a renewal of their partnership, extending the beer brand’s proud sponsorship of the world-famous football team through the 2009/2010 season. Budweiser has supported the club since 2002.
	Ready To Rock: Budweiser And MTV Kick Off Olympic Games Party Season SHANGHAI (July 25, 2008) – Budweiser and MTV China announced plans to host the “MTV Party at Club Bud” during the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing on Saturday, Aug. 9.
	Club Bud Returns as King of Olympic Games Nightlife ST. LOUIS (July 3, 2008) – Budweiser, the official international beer of the 2008 Olympic Games, is once again ready to celebrate the Olympic spirit in style – along with a few thousand friends.
	Anheuser-Busch Donates More Than $1.6 Million (RMB 11.2 Million) In Aid To Victims Of China Earthquake SHANGHAI (May 15, 2008)– Anheuser-Busch announced it is donating $500,000 (RMB 3.5 million) to the Chinese Red Cross to aid relief efforts for victims of the 7.9 magnitude earthquake that struck the Sichuan province in Central China. The international brewer also will provide more than $1.1 million (RMB 7.7 million) or 425,000 cases of fresh drinking water to the area.
	2008 Brings New Era For Anheuser-Busch’s Business In China SHANGHAI (April 16, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch announced its plans to grow the Budweiser and Harbin premium brands in China. Increasing distribution will remain a key focus in 2008 as Budweiser will be launched in more than 25 new cities, while Harbin premium brands are introduced to more than 30.
	Budweiser Wuhan International Brewery Recieves 2007 Safe Productions Model Employer Award WUHAN (March 31, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch’s Budweiser Wuhan International Brewery was named a 2007 Safe Production Model Employer by the Wuhan Municipal Government. The award recognizes the brewery for its excellence in employing the highest-quality safety measures at its facilities.
	Anheuser-Busch to Relocate and Expand Tangshan Brewery HONG KONG (March 28, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch announced today it will build a new brewery in the Fengnan District of Tangshan to replace a smaller downtown brewery. The move supports the local government’s efforts to relocate industrial facilities outside the city and redevelop Tangshan’s downtown in to a more residential and commercial area.
	Budweiser Celebrates The 2008 Olympic Games With Limited Edition Cans SHANGHAI (Jan. 22, 2008) – Budweiser, the official international beer sponsor of the Olympic Games, is delighted to launch three limited edition 355 ml beer cans to help China celebrate the upcoming 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. Available only in China, these collectors’ cans come in gold, silver and bronze and convey good luck wishes for Chinese athletes at the upcoming Olympic Games.
	The Harbin Anheuser-Busch Civic Development Fund Continues To Support The Local Community HARBIN (Jan. 17, 2008) – The Harbin Anheuser-Busch Civic Development Fund announced nearly RMB 6 million (US $820,000) was awarded in 2007 to encourage long-term economic growth as well as support education, job training and health care programs in the city of Harbin and the surrounding areas.

	Two Mayors Exchange Gifts of Two World Renowned Beers ST. LOUIS (Sept. 21, 2007) – Mayor Xia Geng of Qingdao, China and Tsingtao Brewery Group President Jin Zhiguo were guests of Anheuser-Busch during a trip to St. Louis on Sept. 20-21. During the visit, Mayor Xia met with St. Louis Mayor Francis Slay. The two mayors exchanged gifts of the world renowned beers (Tsingtao and Budweiser) from their respective cities after an official meeting at St. Louis’ City Hall.
	Budweiser Olympic Bike Tour Ends in Beijing BEIJING (Aug. 6, 2007) – After a month-long, 11-city journey, the Budweiser Olympic Bike Tour concluded in Beijing today, nearly one year before the start of 2008 Olympic Games. More than 10,000 people participated in the bike tour including celebrities, former Olympic medal winners and government officials.
	Budweiser Launches National Bike Riding Tour In China To Welcome Upcoming Olympic Games CHINA (July 24, 2007) – On July 7, Budweiser launched a nationwide bike riding tour in China to celebrate the one-year countdown to the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. Budweiser co-organized the event with the General Administration for Sports in China to celebrate the Olympic spirit.
	Budweiser Renews Partnership with Premier League LONDON (May 25, 2007) – Budweiser announced a renewal of its partnership with the Premier League, extending the brand’s proud sponsorship of the world-class football league through the 2010 season. Budweiser also will continue to be the league’s “Official Online Partner.” The international beer brand began its partnership with the Premier League in 2002.
	Anheuser-Busch To Build A Brewery In Guangdong Province To Support Growth Of The Budweiser Family Of Brands ST. LOUIS (April 3, 2007) – Anheuser-Busch announced it will build a greenfield brewery in Foshan to support the significant growth of the Budweiser family of brands throughout China.

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