Garrett Leahy

A Chinese journalist who used to work with the New York Times claims he was attacked by a member of Xi Jinping&#8217;s security detail during the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference in San Francisco last month.

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A Chinese journalist who used to work with the New York Times claims he was attacked by a member of Xi Jinping's security detail during the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference in San Francisco last month.

A Chinese journalist who used to work with the New York Times claims he was attacked by a member of Xi Jinping&#8217;s security detail during the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference in San Francisco last month.

News of the alleged assault by a Chinese government employee comes as a congressional commission demands the U.S. Justice Department to investigate the role of Beijing after protesters claimed they were beaten and harassed by Chinese government agents in November during&nbsp;<a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/14/china-xi-jinping-san-francisco-protests/">Xi&#8217;s visit to San Francisco</a>.

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News of the alleged assault by a Chinese government employee comes as a congressional commission demands the U.S. Justice Department to investigate the role of Beijing after protesters claimed they were beaten and harassed by Chinese government agents in November during&nbsp;<a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/14/china-xi-jinping-san-francisco-protests/">Xi's visit to San Francisco</a>.

News of the alleged assault by a Chinese government employee comes as a congressional commission demands the U.S. Justice Department to investigate the role of Beijing after protesters claimed they were beaten and harassed by Chinese government agents in November during&nbsp;<a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/14/china-xi-jinping-san-francisco-protests/">Xi&#8217;s visit to San Francisco</a>.

Specifically, the Congressional-Executive Commission on China wants to know if the alleged violence against the anti-Beijing protesters was part of an operation by the Chinese Communist Party and whether the civil rights of the protesters were violated.

Specifically, the Congressional-Executive Commission on China wants to know if the alleged violence against the anti-Beijing protesters was part of an operation by the Chinese Communist Party and whether the civil rights of the protesters were violated.

A clash between Tibetan protesters and San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) officers along Market Street as the demonstrators approached a Pro-Chinese rally at 3rd St. on Wed., November 15, 2023. The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit will take place at San Francisco’s Moscone Center from Monday, November 13 through Friday, November 17 and city government has implemented major steps to create safety and security for the thousands of delegates and visitors coming to the Bay Area. The measures will include heightened local, state and federal police presence, vehicle road closures and detours along with restricted pedestrian access inside the security zone. Additionally, a number of protests are expected throughout the week.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/inlined04_20231130novemberphotosofthemonth.jpg?w=2200" alt="A woman screams while in the middle of dozens of people during a protest with Tibetan flags in the background." class="wp-image-226503"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A clash between Tibetan protesters and San Francisco Police Department officers ensued as the demonstrators approached a pro-China rally on Third Street near Market Street on Nov. 15.</figcaption></figure>

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<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/inlined04_20231130novemberphotosofthemonth.jpg?w=2200" alt="A woman screams while in the middle of dozens of people during a protest with Tibetan flags in the background." class="wp-image-226503"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A clash between Tibetan protesters and San Francisco Police Department officers ensued as the demonstrators approached a pro-China rally on Third Street near Market Street on Nov. 15.</figcaption></figure>

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Yan Zhao alleges he was attacked on Nov. 13 around noon at Mission and Third streets, not far from Moscone Center from where APEC was held. Xi was staying at the St. Regis hotel on that corner, and his presence attracted multiple protests.

Yan Zhao alleges he was attacked on Nov. 13 around noon at Mission and Third streets, not far from Moscone Center from where APEC was held. Xi was staying at the St. Regis hotel on that corner, and his presence attracted multiple protests.

Zhao, who is the CEO of the <a href="https://apcjnews.com/2023/12/13/赵岩在美国众议院请求史密斯议员督促国务院对向/">Association to Protect Journalists of China</a> and <a href="https://www.cecc.gov/publications/commission-analysis/media-summary-chinas-detention-of-new-york-times-researcher-zhao" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">formerly worked with the New York Times</a>, alleges the man who attacked him is the head of security of the Chinese Embassy in Washington, D.C.

Zhao, who is the CEO of the <a href="https://apcjnews.com/2023/12/13/赵岩在美国众议院请求史密斯议员督促国务院对向/">Association to Protect Journalists of China</a> and <a href="https://www.cecc.gov/publications/commission-analysis/media-summary-chinas-detention-of-new-york-times-researcher-zhao" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">formerly worked with the New York Times</a>, alleges the man who attacked him is the head of security of the Chinese Embassy in Washington, D.C.

A police report filed by Zhao and reviewed by The Standard identifies the alleged assailant as Zhongpeng Fan, 39.

A police report filed by Zhao and reviewed by The Standard identifies the alleged assailant as Zhongpeng Fan, 39.

Zhao said he was elbowed in his right side, unprovoked, and when Zhao asked why the man hit him, the man said Zhao had hit him first.  &#8220;I didn&#8217;t even see them coming. I was on my phone,&#8221; Zhao said, speaking to The Standard through an interpreter.

Zhao said he was elbowed in his right side, unprovoked, and when Zhao asked why the man hit him, the man said Zhao had hit him first. "I didn't even see them coming. I was on my phone," Zhao said, speaking to The Standard through an interpreter.

Zhao said he was elbowed in his right side, unprovoked, and when Zhao asked why the man hit him, the man said Zhao had hit him first. &#8220;I didn&#8217;t even see them coming. I was on my phone,&#8221; Zhao said, speaking to The Standard through an interpreter.

Zhao said after the exchange, the man called him a &#8220;traitor&#8221; and said he would run him over with his car, to which Zhao claims he responded, &#8220;You stole China. You are the robber of China.&#8221;

Zhao said after the exchange, the man called him a "traitor" and said he would run him over with his car, to which Zhao claims he responded, "You stole China. You are the robber of China."

Zhao said after the exchange, the man called him a &#8220;traitor&#8221; and said he would run him over with his car, to which Zhao claims he responded, &#8220;You stole China. You are the robber of China.&#8221;

This escalated the fight, Zhao said, and he was hit by &#8220;seven or eight&#8221; people, who Zhao claimed were all security staff of China&#8217;s Embassy in Washington.

This escalated the fight, Zhao said, and he was hit by "seven or eight" people, who Zhao claimed were all security staff of China's Embassy in Washington.

This escalated the fight, Zhao said, and he was hit by &#8220;seven or eight&#8221; people, who Zhao claimed were all security staff of China&#8217;s Embassy in Washington.

Zhao said police intervened and ended the fight but did not arrest the man who hit and threatened him. &#8220;They should have arrested him on the spot,&#8221; Zhao said. &#8220;He threatened to hit me with his car.&#8221;

Zhao said police intervened and ended the fight but did not arrest the man who hit and threatened him. "They should have arrested him on the spot," Zhao said. "He threatened to hit me with his car."

Zhao said police intervened and ended the fight but did not arrest the man who hit and threatened him. &#8220;They should have arrested him on the spot,&#8221; Zhao said. &#8220;He threatened to hit me with his car.&#8221;

Zhao claims a member of Xi Jinping's security detail attacked him at Mission and Third streets during APEC.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1424" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/screenshot-2023-12-18-at-2-43-55-pm.png?w=2500" alt="Cars wait at stop lights at a four-way intersection." class="wp-image-233569"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Yan Zhao claims a member of Xi Jinping&#8217;s security detail attacked him at Mission and Third streets during APEC.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/screenshot-2023-12-18-at-2-43-55-pm.png?w=2500" alt="Cars wait at stop lights at a four-way intersection." class="wp-image-233569"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Yan Zhao claims a member of Xi Jinping's security detail attacked him at Mission and Third streets during APEC.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/screenshot-2023-12-18-at-2-43-55-pm.png?w=2500" alt="Cars wait at stop lights at a four-way intersection." class="wp-image-233569"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Yan Zhao claims a member of Xi Jinping&#8217;s security detail attacked him at Mission and Third streets during APEC.</figcaption></figure>

The police report says the attack occurred around 12:10 p.m. on Nov. 13 and says Fan allegedly hit Zhao in the right side from behind with his shoulder. Zhao did not know the name of his assailant but recognized him from previous encounters in Washington, according to the police report.

The police report says the attack occurred around 12:10 p.m. on Nov. 13 and says Fan allegedly hit Zhao in the right side from behind with his shoulder. Zhao did not know the name of his assailant but recognized him from previous encounters in Washington, according to the police report.

The police report says Fan allegedly had &#8220;caused issues&#8221; in the past with Zhao in Washington and that police had been involved in those incidents.

The police report says Fan allegedly had "caused issues" in the past with Zhao in Washington and that police had been involved in those incidents.

The police report says Fan allegedly had &#8220;caused issues&#8221; in the past with Zhao in Washington and that police had been involved in those incidents.

Fan told a responding officer he had been in verbal arguments with Zhao &#8220;over the past few days&#8221; and claimed he had acted in self-defense but did not elaborate further, according to the police report. Fan went on to claim he was an employee of the Chinese Embassy and has &#8220;diplomatic immunity,&#8221; the report added.

Fan told a responding officer he had been in verbal arguments with Zhao "over the past few days" and claimed he had acted in self-defense but did not elaborate further, according to the police report. Fan went on to claim he was an employee of the Chinese Embassy and has "diplomatic immunity," the report added.

Fan told a responding officer he had been in verbal arguments with Zhao &#8220;over the past few days&#8221; and claimed he had acted in self-defense but did not elaborate further, according to the police report. Fan went on to claim he was an employee of the Chinese Embassy and has &#8220;diplomatic immunity,&#8221; the report added.

The Chinese Embassy declined to comment on the alleged incident or to confirm if Fan worked there, but said in an emailed statement that provocations and attacks against &#8220;Chinese welcoming communities&#8221; in San Francisco injured 60 people. The Embassy condemned the attacks and asked the U.S. government to investigate.

The Chinese Embassy declined to comment on the alleged incident or to confirm if Fan worked there, but said in an emailed statement that provocations and attacks against "Chinese welcoming communities" in San Francisco injured 60 people. The Embassy condemned the attacks and asked the U.S. government to investigate.

The Chinese Embassy declined to comment on the alleged incident or to confirm if Fan worked there, but said in an emailed statement that provocations and attacks against &#8220;Chinese welcoming communities&#8221; in San Francisco injured 60 people. The Embassy condemned the attacks and asked the U.S. government to investigate.

Activist Rev. Patrick Mahoney holds two white balloons as he protests against the Chinese government over the alleged Chinese surveillance balloon that was shot down over the US last week, during a demonstration outside the Chinese Embassy in Washington, DC, February 15, 2023. (Photo by SAUL LOEB / AFP) (Photo by SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images)

<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/gettyimages-1247165118.jpg" alt="A man holds two balloons outside a government office building." class="wp-image-233570"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The Rev. Patrick Mahoney holds two white balloons as he protests the Chinese government outside the Chinese Embassy in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 15. </figcaption></figure>

An officer who witnessed the interaction between Fan and Zhao said in the report that he saw Fan &#8220;speaking down&#8221; to Zhao before pushing him once. The report did not mention anyone other than Fan or Zhao as involved in the incident.

An officer who witnessed the interaction between Fan and Zhao said in the report that he saw Fan "speaking down" to Zhao before pushing him once. The report did not mention anyone other than Fan or Zhao as involved in the incident.

An officer who witnessed the interaction between Fan and Zhao said in the report that he saw Fan &#8220;speaking down&#8221; to Zhao before pushing him once. The report did not mention anyone other than Fan or Zhao as involved in the incident.

Neither Zhao nor Fan were detained and both left the scene, according to the report. Fan was not cited due to conflicting statements and lack of evidence.

Neither Zhao nor Fan were detained and both left the scene, according to the report. Fan was not cited due to conflicting statements and lack of evidence.

Zhao was one of many demonstrators who flooded into San Francisco during APEC to protest political issues in China, including the treatment of Uyghurs, a Muslim minority in China, and longstanding political tensions over Taiwan.

Zhao was one of many demonstrators who flooded into San Francisco during APEC to protest political issues in China, including the treatment of Uyghurs, a Muslim minority in China, and longstanding political tensions over Taiwan.

Protesters said their attackers’ attire, coordination and strong reaction to anti-Communist Party rhetoric indicated official Chinese involvement. They provided no definitive evidence, but U.S. officials have previously accused Chinese operatives of targeting people in the United States.

Protesters said their attackers’ attire, coordination and strong reaction to anti-Communist Party rhetoric indicated official Chinese involvement. They provided no definitive evidence, but U.S. officials have previously accused Chinese operatives of targeting people in the United States.

The Chinese Embassy denied any involvement and instead accused the protesters of violence. The embassy said people had voluntarily traveled to San Francisco to welcome the Chinese president and show their support for the stabilization of U.S.-China relations as&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/live/apec-summit-live-upda" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Xi and President Joe Biden met</a>&nbsp;on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, but they were met with violence by “rioters.”

The Chinese Embassy denied any involvement and instead accused the protesters of violence. The embassy said people had voluntarily traveled to San Francisco to welcome the Chinese president and show their support for the stabilization of U.S.-China relations as&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/live/apec-summit-live-upda" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Xi and President Joe Biden met</a>&nbsp;on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, but they were met with violence by “rioters.”

Journalist claims Chinese government attacked him during APEC; Congress demands probe

Julie Zigoris

Volunteers across various government departments were busy stuffing bags in the basement of San Francisco City Hall Thursday afternoon, preparing for the onslaught of international media arriving for the <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/07/san-francisco-apec-security-maps-transit-traffic/">Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit</a>.&nbsp;

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Volunteers across various government departments were busy stuffing bags in the basement of San Francisco City Hall Thursday afternoon, preparing for the onslaught of international media arriving for the <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/07/san-francisco-apec-security-maps-transit-traffic/">Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit</a>.&nbsp;

Produced by <a href="https://www.rickshawbags.com/">famed Dogpatch manufacturer Rickshaw Bagworks,</a> they each contain 10 items—or 11, including the deck of playing cards from Graton Casino—each hand-selected by Mayor London Breed and Chief of Protocol Maryam Muduroglu.

Produced by <a href="https://www.rickshawbags.com/">famed Dogpatch manufacturer Rickshaw Bagworks,</a> they each contain 10 items—or 11, including the deck of playing cards from Graton Casino—each hand-selected by Mayor London Breed and Chief of Protocol Maryam Muduroglu.

“They tested everything,” said Jocelyne Jackson, who oversaw the volunteer swag bag effort. “And the mayor was very particular about all the vendors being from San Francisco.”&nbsp;

“They tested everything,” said Jocelyne Jackson, who oversaw the volunteer swag bag effort. “And the mayor was very particular about all the vendors being from San Francisco.”&nbsp;

The 600 tote bags, emblazoned with an image of the Golden Gate Bridge, will be distributed to members of the media covering APEC on Wednesday or Thursday of next week.&nbsp;

The 600 tote bags, emblazoned with an image of the Golden Gate Bridge, will be distributed to members of the media covering APEC on Wednesday or Thursday of next week.&nbsp;

Here’s a look at the mayor-approved San Francisco goodies:&nbsp;

Here’s a look at the mayor-approved San Francisco goodies:&nbsp;

Thatcher’s Kettle Corn will be given to APEC delegates at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit as part of the swag bag in San Francisco on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023. In the tote bag, delegates will receive goodies such as instant coffee from Blue Bottle, a water tumbler, popcorn, and a tote bag.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1668" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-012.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot of a bag of Tahtchers Kettle corn." class="wp-image-219885"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Thatcher’s Kettle Corn will be given to members of the media as part of the APEC swag bag in San Francisco.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-012.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot of a bag of Tahtchers Kettle corn." class="wp-image-219885"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Thatcher’s Kettle Corn will be given to members of the media as part of the APEC swag bag in San Francisco.</figcaption></figure>

Thatcher’s Kettle Corn&nbsp;

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With the Golden Gate Bridge on the label, there’s no question that Thatcher’s is a true San Francisco treat. The “San Francisco style” <a href="https://tgsp.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">gourmet popcorn</a> got its start in 1983 in a small retail store and quickly grew to multiple locations and eventually a warehouse. Now selling to outlets wholesale and under private labels, Thatcher’s has a wide selection of popcorn in flavors from tiramisu to jalapeño.&nbsp;

With the Golden Gate Bridge on the label, there’s no question that Thatcher’s is a true San Francisco treat. The “San Francisco style” <a href="https://tgsp.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">gourmet popcorn</a> got its start in 1983 in a small retail store and quickly grew to multiple locations and eventually a warehouse. Now selling to outlets wholesale and under private labels, Thatcher’s has a wide selection of popcorn in flavors from tiramisu to jalapeño.&nbsp;

A leather-bound notebook will be given to APEC delegates at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit as part of the swag bag in San Francisco on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023. In the tote bag, delegates will receive goodies such as instant coffee from Blue Bottle, a water tumbler, popcorn, and a tote bag.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1668" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-011.jpg?w=2500" alt="An orange leather notebook featuring an outline of San Francisco’s cable car and the words “San Francisco” above it." class="wp-image-219884"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A leather-bound notebook will be inside the APEC goodie bag distributed to media covering the event.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-011.jpg?w=2500" alt="An orange leather notebook featuring an outline of San Francisco’s cable car and the words “San Francisco” above it." class="wp-image-219884"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A leather-bound notebook will be inside the APEC goodie bag distributed to media covering the event.</figcaption></figure>

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Visiting journalists will have plenty of lined paper to <a href="https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/apec-doom-loop-guide-18468345.php?utm_campaign=CMS%20Sharing%20Tools%20(Premium)&amp;utm_source=t.co&amp;utm_medium=referral" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">jot their doom loop musings</a> in the international orange leather journal in the APEC goodie bag. Inscribed with “San Francisco” and an image of the city’s <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/05/05/15-things-you-never-knew-about-san-franciscos-iconic-cable-cars/">iconic mode of transportation</a>, there’s no forgetting where you are. The <a href="https://www.chameleonlike.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chameleon journal and accessory company</a> is based in Gilroy, the Bay Area garlic capital.&nbsp;

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Visiting journalists will have plenty of lined paper to <a href="https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/apec-doom-loop-guide-18468345.php?utm_campaign=CMS%20Sharing%20Tools%20(Premium)&amp;utm_source=t.co&amp;utm_medium=referral" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">jot their doom loop musings</a> in the international orange leather journal in the APEC goodie bag. Inscribed with “San Francisco” and an image of the city’s <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/05/05/15-things-you-never-knew-about-san-franciscos-iconic-cable-cars/">iconic mode of transportation</a>, there’s no forgetting where you are. The <a href="https://www.chameleonlike.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chameleon journal and accessory company</a> is based in Gilroy, the Bay Area garlic capital.&nbsp;

A San Francisco tumblar will be given to APEC delegates at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit as part of the swag bag in San Francisco on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023. In the tote bag, delegates will receive goodies such as instant coffee from Blue Bottle, a water tumbler, popcorn, and a tote bag.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1668" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-017.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot of a white San Francisco-themed water bottle with the Golden Gate Bridge design." class="wp-image-219890"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A San Francisco tumbler will be included in the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-017.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot of a white San Francisco-themed water bottle with the Golden Gate Bridge design." class="wp-image-219890"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A San Francisco tumbler will be included in the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

San Francisco Water Bottle

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Liberty Bottles <a href="https://libertybottles.com/">might be made in Union Gap, Washington</a>, from U.S.-sourced aluminum, but the one tucked inside the APEC goodie bag proudly displays the best-known San Francisco landmark: the Golden Gate Bridge. Cut down on plastic—Bay Area-style—by refilling your signature single-walled bottle at a water fountain.&nbsp;

Liberty Bottles <a href="https://libertybottles.com/">might be made in Union Gap, Washington</a>, from U.S.-sourced aluminum, but the one tucked inside the APEC goodie bag proudly displays the best-known San Francisco landmark: the Golden Gate Bridge. Cut down on plastic—Bay Area-style—by refilling your signature single-walled bottle at a water fountain.&nbsp;

Socola Chocolatier will be given to APEC delegates at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit as part of the swag bag in San Francisco on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023. In the tote bag, delegates will receive goodies such as instant coffee from Blue Bottle, a water tumbler, popcorn, and a tote bag.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1668" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-015.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot Socola Chocolatier in a red box." class="wp-image-219888"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Socola Chocolatier truffles will be in the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-015.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot Socola Chocolatier in a red box." class="wp-image-219888"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Socola Chocolatier truffles will be in the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

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Wendy Lieu has been cooking up truffles since she was a child, and her passion eventually led her to open her own brick-and-mortar shop in the city with her sister Susan. The truffles from <a href="https://www.socolachocolates.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Socola Chocolatier on Folsom Street</a> come in a variety of flavors—the ones nestled inside the swag bag include hazelnut, champagne, dark chocolate and the city’s favorite herbal liqueur: fernet. The “San Francisco Collection” of chocolates includes images of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alamo Square and a cable car on the truffles. The fernet flavor? That one has Alcatraz.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wendy Lieu has been cooking up truffles since she was a child, and her passion eventually led her to open her own brick-and-mortar shop in the city with her sister Susan. The truffles from <a href="https://www.socolachocolates.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Socola Chocolatier on Folsom Street</a> come in a variety of flavors—the ones nestled inside the swag bag include hazelnut, champagne, dark chocolate and the city’s favorite herbal liqueur: fernet. The “San Francisco Collection” of chocolates includes images of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alamo Square and a cable car on the truffles. The fernet flavor? That one has Alcatraz.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A elizabethW hand sanitizer will be given to APEC delegates at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit as part of the swag bag in San Francisco on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023. In the tote bag, delegates will receive goodies such as instant coffee from Blue Bottle, a water tumbler, popcorn, and a tote bag.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1668" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-013.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot of elizabethW hand sanitizer." class="wp-image-219886"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">An elizabethW hand sanitizer will be inside the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-013.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot of elizabethW hand sanitizer." class="wp-image-219886"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">An elizabethW hand sanitizer will be inside the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-elizabethw-hand-spray">ElizabethW Hand Spray</h2>

The <a href="https://www.elizabethw.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">elizabethW line of fragrances and wellness products</a> is named after Elizabeth Wightman, the company founder’s great-grandmother, who grew up on a ranch in the Sierras. With locations in Ghirardelli Square and Carmel-by-the-Sea, the company also sells wholesale and online.&nbsp;

The <a href="https://www.elizabethw.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">elizabethW line of fragrances and wellness products</a> is named after Elizabeth Wightman, the company founder’s great-grandmother, who grew up on a ranch in the Sierras. With locations in Ghirardelli Square and Carmel-by-the-Sea, the company also sells wholesale and online.&nbsp;

A Miage will be given to APEC delegates at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit as part of the swag bag in San Francisco on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023. In the tote bag, delegates will receive goodies such as instant coffee from Blue Bottle, a water tumbler, popcorn, and a tote bag.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1668" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-019.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot Miage." class="wp-image-219892"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A Miage lip gloss will be inside the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-019.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot Miage." class="wp-image-219892"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A Miage lip gloss will be inside the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

Miage Bloom Lip Treatment&nbsp;

<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-miage-bloom-lip-treatment-nbsp">Miage Bloom Lip Treatment&nbsp;</h2>

The Miage skin care line has an unhappy origin story, <a href="https://miageskin.com/pages/about-us">according to its website</a>—when an accident left an Emirati princess with severe facial burns, a specialized cream was developed to treat her wounds. The formula was apparently so miraculous that it inspired the creation of Miage, which today is a skin care collection that goes far beyond ointment. The Bloom lip treatment included in the APEC tote bag promises a “show-stopping, holographic glimmer” while restoring your lips from the inside out.&nbsp;

The Miage skin care line has an unhappy origin story, <a href="https://miageskin.com/pages/about-us">according to its website</a>—when an accident left an Emirati princess with severe facial burns, a specialized cream was developed to treat her wounds. The formula was apparently so miraculous that it inspired the creation of Miage, which today is a skin care collection that goes far beyond ointment. The Bloom lip treatment included in the APEC tote bag promises a “show-stopping, holographic glimmer” while restoring your lips from the inside out.&nbsp;

A Blue Bottle instant coffee will be given to APEC delegates at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit as part of the swag bag in San Francisco on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023. In the tote bag, delegates will receive goodies such as instant coffee from Blue Bottle, a water tumbler, popcorn, and a tote bag.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1668" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-016.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot of an instant coffee box from Blue Bottle." class="wp-image-219889"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Blue Bottle instant coffee packets will be inside the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-016.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot of an instant coffee box from Blue Bottle." class="wp-image-219889"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Blue Bottle instant coffee packets will be inside the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

Blue Bottle Instant Coffee&nbsp;

<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-blue-bottle-instant-coffee-nbsp">Blue Bottle Instant Coffee&nbsp;</h2>

If the seemingly endless delegate meetings are wearing you out, relief is not far away. Four packets of Blue Bottle instant craft coffee require only hot water for a cuppa on the go from one of San Francisco’s buzziest coffee purveyors, which <a href="https://bluebottlecoffee.com/us/eng/cafes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">has since gone nationwide</a>.&nbsp;

If the seemingly endless delegate meetings are wearing you out, relief is not far away. Four packets of Blue Bottle instant craft coffee require only hot water for a cuppa on the go from one of San Francisco’s buzziest coffee purveyors, which <a href="https://bluebottlecoffee.com/us/eng/cafes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">has since gone nationwide</a>.&nbsp;

Eva Compnay’s key chain will be given to APEC delegates at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit as part of the swag bag in San Francisco on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023. In the tote bag, delegates will receive goodies such as instant coffee from Blue Bottle, a water tumbler, popcorn, and a tote bag.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1668" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-014.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot of Eva Company’s key chain." class="wp-image-219887"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Ellie and Eva Company&#8217;s key chain will be inside the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-014.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot of Eva Company’s key chain." class="wp-image-219887"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Ellie and Eva Company's key chain will be inside the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-014.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot of Eva Company’s key chain." class="wp-image-219887"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Ellie and Eva Company&#8217;s key chain will be inside the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

Ellie and Eva Company Keychain&nbsp;

<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-ellie-and-eva-company-keychain-nbsp">Ellie and Eva Company Keychain&nbsp;</h2>

The Ellie and Eva Company is a <a href="https://legacybusiness.org/business/ellie-and-eva-company" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">legacy business on Jackson Street</a> in Chinatown, and its branded keychain—engraved with APECSF23—should serve as your reminder to check out the brick-and-mortar shop, which has an incredible selection of vintage, one-of-a-kind musical instruments.&nbsp;

The Ellie and Eva Company is a <a href="https://legacybusiness.org/business/ellie-and-eva-company" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">legacy business on Jackson Street</a> in Chinatown, and its branded keychain—engraved with APECSF23—should serve as your reminder to check out the brick-and-mortar shop, which has an incredible selection of vintage, one-of-a-kind musical instruments.&nbsp;

A Vietnamese Corn Snacks from Noodle Girl will be given to APEC delegates at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit as part of the swag bag in San Francisco on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023. In the tote bag, delegates will receive goodies such as instant coffee from Blue Bottle, a water tumbler, popcorn, and a tote bag.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1668" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-020.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot of Noodle Girls Vietnamese Corn Snacks." class="wp-image-219893"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Vietnamese Corn Snacks from Noodle Girl will be included in the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-020.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot of Noodle Girls Vietnamese Corn Snacks." class="wp-image-219893"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Vietnamese Corn Snacks from Noodle Girl will be included in the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

Vietnamese Corn Snack&nbsp;

<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-vietnamese-corn-snack-nbsp">Vietnamese Corn Snack&nbsp;</h2>

The idea for this irresistible snack might have come from Vietnam—the home country of Chef Hang Truong, the force behind the James Beard Award-nominated restaurant Noodle Girl—but <a href="https://www.sarapnow.com/products/noodle-girl-vietnamese-crispy-corn-snacks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">it was crafted in San Francisco</a>. The super crunchy sweet-and-salty snack is a flavor powerhouse.&nbsp;

The idea for this irresistible snack might have come from Vietnam—the home country of Chef Hang Truong, the force behind the James Beard Award-nominated restaurant Noodle Girl—but <a href="https://www.sarapnow.com/products/noodle-girl-vietnamese-crispy-corn-snacks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">it was crafted in San Francisco</a>. The super crunchy sweet-and-salty snack is a flavor powerhouse.&nbsp;

A Clairesquares buttery shortbread will be given to APEC delegates at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit as part of the swag bag in San Francisco on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023. In the tote bag, delegates will receive goodies such as instant coffee from Blue Bottle, a water tumbler, popcorn, and a tote bag.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1668" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-018.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot Clairesquares buttery shortbread." class="wp-image-219891"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Clairesquares buttery shortbreads will be included in the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231106-apecswagbags-018.jpg?w=2500" alt="A top-down product shot Clairesquares buttery shortbread." class="wp-image-219891"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Clairesquares buttery shortbreads will be included in the APEC media goodie bag.</figcaption></figure>

Clairesquares Shortbread&nbsp;

<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-clairesquares-shortbread-nbsp">Clairesquares Shortbread&nbsp;</h2>

Inspired by Ireland but crafted in San Francisco, <a href="https://clairesquares.com/about/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Clairsquares shortbread</a> was an outstanding cookie finalist in 2012 and has a partnership with Häagen-Dazs. The buttery cookies are a rich and delectable treat.

Inspired by Ireland but crafted in San Francisco, <a href="https://clairesquares.com/about/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Clairsquares shortbread</a> was an outstanding cookie finalist in 2012 and has a partnership with Häagen-Dazs. The buttery cookies are a rich and delectable treat.

Update: This story has been updated to reflect that local producer Rickshaw Bagworks made the bags.

Update: This story has been updated to reflect that local producer Rickshaw Bagworks made the bags.

What San Francisco treats are inside the APEC goodie bags?

Han Li

Hundreds of people packed a restaurant in San Francisco’s Japantown on Monday night—all clamoring for the open bar and caviar appetizers, and all under the name of <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/13/san-francisco-apec-traffic-protests-parties/">the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit</a>, which is taking over the city this week.

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Hundreds of people packed a restaurant in San Francisco’s Japantown on Monday night—all clamoring for the open bar and caviar appetizers, and all under the name of <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/13/san-francisco-apec-traffic-protests-parties/">the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit</a>, which is taking over the city this week.

Of course, California—which <a href="https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-11-02/what-does-it-mean-if-california-becomes-worlds-4th-largest-economy">may soon become the fourth-largest economy in the world</a>—cares about trade, investment and the economic development of the Pacific Rim. But for many locals, APEC is more about having fun. Perhaps the most frequently asked question this week is: “What are the events you are going to?”&nbsp;

Of course, California—which <a href="https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-11-02/what-does-it-mean-if-california-becomes-worlds-4th-largest-economy">may soon become the fourth-largest economy in the world</a>—cares about trade, investment and the economic development of the Pacific Rim. But for many locals, APEC is more about having fun. Perhaps the most frequently asked question this week is: “What are the events you are going to?”&nbsp;

It’s often followed by the most frequent reply: “I need an invite to that.”

It’s often followed by the most frequent reply: “I need an invite to that.”

Fiona Ma, California’s state treasurer and the host of Monday night’s reception with the pro-business nonprofit GlobalSF, will go to “a select number of events” this week.

Fiona Ma, California’s state treasurer and the host of Monday night’s reception with the pro-business nonprofit GlobalSF, will go to “a select number of events” this week.

State Treasurer Fiona Ma speaks to the crowd at an event during Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation week in San Francisco on Nov. 13, 2023.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1875" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/img_4527.jpeg?w=2500" alt="Multiple speakers, including California top officials, gather for a photo at an event." class="wp-image-221323"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">State Treasurer Fiona Ma, standing with other California&#8217;s top officials, speaks to the crowd during an APEC event on Monday.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/img_4527.jpeg?w=2500" alt="Multiple speakers, including California top officials, gather for a photo at an event." class="wp-image-221323"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">State Treasurer Fiona Ma, standing with other California's top officials, speaks to the crowd during an APEC event on Monday.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/img_4527.jpeg?w=2500" alt="Multiple speakers, including California top officials, gather for a photo at an event." class="wp-image-221323"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">State Treasurer Fiona Ma, standing with other California&#8217;s top officials, speaks to the crowd during an APEC event on Monday.</figcaption></figure>

“There are so many,” Ma told The Standard. “We really wanted to do events to welcome the business folks and have people network.”

“There are so many,” Ma told The Standard. “We really wanted to do events to welcome the business folks and have people network.”

Ma said she was heading to a dinner with U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen right after the reception, an event with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken at the de Young Museum on Tuesday and a <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-11-07/xi-to-meet-us-business-executives-for-dinner-in-san-francisco" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">high-profile dinner with China’s President Xi Jinping on Wednesday</a>.

Ma said she was heading to a dinner with U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen right after the reception, an event with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken at the de Young Museum on Tuesday and a <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-11-07/xi-to-meet-us-business-executives-for-dinner-in-san-francisco" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">high-profile dinner with China’s President Xi Jinping on Wednesday</a>.

<a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/10/san-francisco-apec-vip-party/">Many other fancy parties</a> were also happening around town Monday night, including the APEC business leader gala at the Westin St. Francis hotel and a party at the Ferry Building sponsored by APEC donor and San Francisco-based company Visa. Starting Tuesday, with the arrival of President Joe Biden and other global leaders, hot-ticket events begin in earnest.

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<a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/10/san-francisco-apec-vip-party/">Many other fancy parties</a> were also happening around town Monday night, including the APEC business leader gala at the Westin St. Francis hotel and a party at the Ferry Building sponsored by APEC donor and San Francisco-based company Visa. Starting Tuesday, with the arrival of President Joe Biden and other global leaders, hot-ticket events begin in earnest.

Mary Jung, a local Democratic Party power player, said she’s going to Biden’s <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/13/gwen-stefani-biden-apec-san-francisco-party/">reception at the Exploratorium</a> on Wednesday and a reception with Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi on Friday.

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Mary Jung, a local Democratic Party power player, said she’s going to Biden’s <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/13/gwen-stefani-biden-apec-san-francisco-party/">reception at the Exploratorium</a> on Wednesday and a reception with Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi on Friday.

“I am limiting to one event per night,” Jung said. “I work a day job!”

“I am limiting to one event per night,” Jung said. “I work a day job!”

She also praised the city for cleaning up the streets for APEC and trusted San Franciscans could maintain the situation even after the summit.

She also praised the city for cleaning up the streets for APEC and trusted San Franciscans could maintain the situation even after the summit.

People mingled and taking pictures inside at the welcoming night party at City Hall hosted by Breed and Dominic Ng on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023. 

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1667" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231027apecopeningparty_0007.jpg?w=2500" alt="People scattered throughout city hall taking pictures and talking with one another at a welcome party for APEC." class="wp-image-220719"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">People mingle and take pictures inside San Francisco City Hall for an APEC welcoming party on Sunday. </figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231027apecopeningparty_0007.jpg?w=2500" alt="People scattered throughout city hall taking pictures and talking with one another at a welcome party for APEC." class="wp-image-220719"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">People mingle and take pictures inside San Francisco City Hall for an APEC welcoming party on Sunday. </figcaption></figure>

Biden will also host a fundraiser with Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Gavin Newsom on Tuesday, while a dinner for high-level heads of APEC member economies is scheduled for Thursday night at the Legion of Honor.&nbsp;

Biden will also host a fundraiser with Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Gavin Newsom on Tuesday, while a dinner for high-level heads of APEC member economies is scheduled for Thursday night at the Legion of Honor.&nbsp;

<a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/08/san-francisco-apec-events-parties-food-nightlife/">Local residents without these exclusive invites can still party somewhere else</a>. Steven Lee, a longtime nightlife advocate and current San Francisco port commissioner, said APEC should increase business for local bars and restaurants. He hoped more visitors would patronize stores inside the APEC security zone in Central SoMa.

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<a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/08/san-francisco-apec-events-parties-food-nightlife/">Local residents without these exclusive invites can still party somewhere else</a>. Steven Lee, a longtime nightlife advocate and current San Francisco port commissioner, said APEC should increase business for local bars and restaurants. He hoped more visitors would patronize stores inside the APEC security zone in Central SoMa.

Lee also organized <a href="https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid0aUTsMx74t964EipGnrFFku6PPCvDBrRUa1EwcRPZncD9rvC6XXzpgLRx1C6HdNBLl&amp;id=1061153603" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">multiple Chinatown events</a> for foreign press to learn about the community’s history and culture. But when asked about his own APEC party schedule this week, he joked that he wasn’t invited to any.

Lee also organized <a href="https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid0aUTsMx74t964EipGnrFFku6PPCvDBrRUa1EwcRPZncD9rvC6XXzpgLRx1C6HdNBLl&amp;id=1061153603" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">multiple Chinatown events</a> for foreign press to learn about the community’s history and culture. But when asked about his own APEC party schedule this week, he joked that he wasn’t invited to any.

&#8220;I have a commission meeting until 6 p.m. on Tuesday,&#8221; Lee told The Standard, holding a drink at the bar. &#8220;I am not a VIP.&#8221;

"I have a commission meeting until 6 p.m. on Tuesday," Lee told The Standard, holding a drink at the bar. "I am not a VIP."

&#8220;I have a commission meeting until 6 p.m. on Tuesday,&#8221; Lee told The Standard, holding a drink at the bar. &#8220;I am not a VIP.&#8221;

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