The Chief Minister and his delegation have spoken to the media in Beijing at the start of a week-long visit to China.
Allan Bell has joined private sector representatives for a week of presentations and meetings.
The idea, says Mr Bell, is to strengthen Manx-Sino relations and generate new business opportunities.
Speaking from the Chinese capital, he fired a broadside at those who have criticised the trip on cost grounds:
Changes to religious education 'about religious literacy, not promoting any particular religion'
New bill would remove the need for religious education to be "wholly or mainly Christian"
'No conservation advantage' to introducing red squirrels on Island
Manx Wildlife Trust warns the species could have a detrimental impact on the Island's ecosystem
Manx Youth Orchestra set to return to Villa Marina for Christmas concert
Around 150 young musicians to perform seasonal music and new compositions
Donate a wrapped gift to a child this Christmas
Douglas memorabilia store to deliver toys to charities
