英语专业八级口试样题.docVIP

英语专业八级口试样题 2003年4月考题 Task One: Interpreting from English into Chinese Directions: Please do not do interpreting when you listen to the speech this time. The Speech by a World Bank Group Official at the 2002 Western China International Economy and Trade Fair Governor Zhang, Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am delighted to be here this morning to open the Western China International Economy and Trade Fair. I would like to thank the Peoples Government of Sichuan for inviting us to attend this important event where government leaders from Beijing and twelve other provinces meet to discuss strategies for developing Chinas Western Region. This event reflects the strong commitment of the Government and the people of China to develop the Western Region. I am very impressed with the enthusiasm and determination demonstrated not only by the public sectors, but also by the private sectors in supporting the Western development goals set forth by the Government. The purpose of my current visit to China is to evaluate recent economic developments in China, and discuss with Chinese leaders the World Bank Groups assistance strategy for China after its entry into the WTO. I started my visit two days ago in the western province of Yunnan and have now come to Sichuan. I have seen good examples of how the World Bank Group can offer assistance to the Government and the private sectors to develop Chinas West. There are 11 provinces, autonomous regions and one municipality in west China, with a total area of about 6.8 million square kilometers and a population of 364 million. The Governments desire to accelerate the development of the western provinces is vital to the success of achieving a sustained growth for China in the long run. There are also challenges, however, that should not be overlooked. These include continued efforts to create and improve the business environment. But I am confident that these challenges will be met. In closing, I would like to thank the Governm