The Reception marking the 55th anniversary of the established diplomatic relations between China and Sudan hosted by Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) and Sudanese Embassy to China was held on February 18, in Beijing. About 700 guests attended the reception, including Mr. Ma Biao, Vice Chairman of Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, Mrs. Samia Ahmed Mohamed Hassan, Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly of Sudan, Mr. Zhang Ming, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Abdelrahman Ahmed Elkhidir Altoum, Governor of Khartoum, Mr. Feng Zuoku, Vice President of CPAFFC, Mr. Omer Eisa Ahmed, Sudanese Ambassador to China, representatives from relative ministries, enterprises, council members of China-Arab Friendship Association, diplomats from embassies of Sudan and other countries to China, Sudanese residents, students, and media representatives in Beijing.
Feng Zuoku said in his remarks that Sudan is the one of the earliest African and Arab states which established diplomatic ties with China. During the past 55 years, the bilateral relationship has been developing smoothly, friendship has been deeply rooted in the minds of two peoples. In recent years, two sides continues to achieve new progress in promoting the friendly cooperation in all areas. The good communications and coordinations on the international and regional issues not only are conducive to safeguarding bilateral common issues, but also making positive contributions for strengthening of solidarity and progress among developing countries.
Omer Eisa Ahmed said in his address that China plays an important role in Sudanese foreign policy. Sudanese government has been always active in developing relations with China. Sundanese leaders know clearly about the important international status of China. China is an important partner and strong supporter for Sudan to strive for peace, development and stability. During the past 55 years, the bilateral relations never went backwards, suspended nor got nervous, on the contrary, under the common concerns from leaders of our two countries, the bilateral relation has been continuously making progress, prosperity and development.
The FDC activity for commemorating the 55th anniversary of China-Sudan diplomatic ties was also held on the reception. Sudanese artists gave excellent performances together with Chinese artists for celebrating the anniversary.
