Guanghao Fu, also referred to as “Fuyan,” is a 33-year-old individual who is married but does not yet have children. Originally from China, Guanghao moved to North Wales during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, a transition marked by both logistical efforts and unexpected challenges.
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Mrs. Teresa Fu
Teresa Fu, born in China, immigrated to the UK in 1980. She initially settled in Ellesmere Port with her family, where they lived for 15 years before moving to North Wales in 2010. Teresa is currently 59 years old.
Ms. Cailian Fan
Ceilian Fan, a 55-year-old entrepreneur, operates a BNB (Bed and Breakfast) in London alongside her family, including her husband, son, and daughter-in-law. Her journey to the UK began in Manchester and eventually led her to North Wales, where she now feels deeply connected.
Ms. Roxanna Lau
Roxana Lau, now in her 70s, is a remarkable individual whose journey from Hong Kong to Wales reflects resilience, warmth, and a deep connection to community. She first arrived in Wales in 1995, joining her husband, who was studying at Cardiff University. The couple later settled in North Wales, where they raised three sons.
Mrs. Temmy Woolston
Temmy Woolston, born Temmy Kwok in Cardiff in 1976, shares a rich and resilient family history. Her mother, Angela Jim, immigrated to Wales as a teenager in the early 1970s, following her father, who opened Cardiff’s first Chinese restaurant, the Rice Bowl. Angela faced overt racism and workplace discrimination but responded with remarkable strength and dignity, standing up for herself and others.
Mr. Yok Tong Pang
Pang Yok Tong arrived in Wales in 1978 to reunite with his family, and his wife joined him in 1982. Like many newcomers, he initially found work in a Chinese takeaway, but quickly recognised a need for accessible Chinese groceries in Swansea.
Ms. Nimmi Wui Yin Liaw
Nimmi Wui Yin Liaw, also known as Nimmi Platt, hails from Brunei. Her journey to the United Kingdom began in 1982 when she moved to pursue an honors degree in Education at Townhill Teachers Training College in Swansea.
Mr. Peter Wong
Peter Wong, originally from Hong Kong, is the sole Councillor of Chinese heritage among the 22 local authorities in Wales. His journey began with humble beginnings, as his family arrived as economic migrants, living five to a single room in a shared house.
Mr. Leun Fai Ng
Ng Luen Fai, originally from Taishan in mainland China, moved to the UK at the age of ten and settled in the small town of Ferndale, Wales, in 1960. With his family overseas in Hong Kong, he joined his brother, who managed a laundry business started by their grandfather. Mr. Ng recalls the quiet streets and modest lifestyle of Ferndale, which was vastly different from life in China.
Mr. Mike Tan
Mike Tan, a Malaysian Chinese civil engineer and karate master, arrived in Cardiff in 1974 to study civil engineering. Over a distinguished 30-year career, he contributed to transformative infrastructure projects, including the construction of the Grangetown Viaduct and Butetown Tunnels.