Ambassadors for Chinese kung fu were selected and honored today in Shanghai. Titled “Soul of Chinese Kung Fu,” the selection was the first of its kind in the city to promote traditional Chinese martial arts.

Groups and individuals who have been dedicated to preserving and innovating kung fu for decades were granted the title.

Among the ambassadors are Shanghai Chin Woo Athletic Federation (group) and veterans Qiu Pixiang, Wang Hanzhi, Wang Meigui, Fu Qingquan, Kan Yigong and Jin Weiliang (individuals). The stories of the winners will be told on FM94.0.