During May 1984 the author visited six remote-sensing centres in Beijing, China, and found a deep commitment to remote sensing in each one. Although LANDSAT interpretation is dominated by I2S hardware, there is also a very active concern with airborne systems, basic research into spectral signatures, and above all the utility of remote sensing in the economic development of the Republic of China. Some of the best work in this field has been produced by simple methods of photographic processing. The commitment of all those involved is total and they are well supported by hardware