The memorandum summarizes the background of the confiscation of Aleba Water Company's property in Lantian County, China by corrupt local officials. It details how:
1) Aleba Water Company established a joint venture in 1998 to produce mineral water but faced interference from criminal gangs starting in 2006;
2) In 2008, during China's national land survey, local officials illegally registered the company's land to other parties and blocked access to its factory, destroying the business; and
3) Despite some access being restored, the local government has not addressed other issues like land rights and compensation, and employees still face threats. The company is now requesting the embassy's help to properly register its land rights and protect its