On September 12th, the Chinese Embassy in South Korea hosted a reception celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day for overseas Chinese and expatriates. The event brought together over 300 attendees, including acting ambassador Fang Kun, department heads, and representatives from the Chinese community in South Korea, encompassing employees from Chinese-funded institutions and students.
As the evening commenced with the solemn rendering of the Chinese national anthem, Fang Kun took the stage to deliver an opening address, conveying festive greetings to the one million Chinese nationals in Korea. He praised the remarkable achievements of New China’s development and referenced the recent Third Plenary Session of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party, which announced over 300 significant reform measures. This, he emphasized, reflects a steadfast commitment to advancing reforms. Fang articulated that China’s growth is poised to create even more opportunities for countries worldwide, including South Korea, as well as for individuals within the Korean Chinese community.
He highlighted the notable progress in exchanges and cooperation between China and South Korea across multiple sectors this year, expressing a wish for collaborative efforts to ensure the stable and healthy development of bilateral relations. Fang encouraged the Chinese community in South Korea to continue coming together to contribute meaningfully to the nation’s development, peaceful reunification, and the strengthening of Sino-Korean friendship. He reassured those present that the embassy remains dedicated to serving the community and enhancing their well-being.
Wang Haijun, president of the Korean Chinese Peaceful Reunification Promotion Association, Sun Yuxu, president of the Seoul Chinese Association, Gao Chen, president of the Korean Chinese Chamber of Commerce, and Wei Xiaoyan, president of the Korean Association of Chinese Scholars, also shared their thoughts, extolling the tremendous achievements of their homeland. They voiced their commitment to transforming their patriotic fervor into a powerful force for national prosperity.
The reception was enriched by performances from community art groups, featuring songs, dances, and traditional storytelling, which created a warm atmosphere where guests engaged in lively conversations and collectively wished for the prosperity of their homeland and the continued development of Sino-Korean friendship.
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