On December 18, the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) and the Embassy of the Republic of the Congo in China jointly hosted a reception in Beijing to commemorate the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and the Republic of the Congo. Vice Foreign Minister Deng Li attended the event. The event was attended by Yan Dong, Vice President of the CPAFFC; and Jacques Jean Luc Nyanga, Ambassador of the Republic of the Congoto China, who delivered speeches. Approximately 80 representatives from all sectors of society in China and the Republic of the Congo attended the event.
In his address, Yan Dong praised the enduring friendship and pragmatic cooperation between China and the Republic of the Congo. He noted that over the past six decades, the two nations have established an unbreakable bond, setting a benchmark for solidarity, collaboration, and mutually beneficial cooperation between China and Africa. Yan emphasized that the CPAFFC is ready to use the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations as a new starting point to deepen ties. By strengthening traditional friendship, facilitating people-to-people exchanges, practical cooperation and youth friendship, the CPAFFC aims to make significant contributions to advancing the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between the two countries.
Jacques Jean Luc Nyanga highlighted the exceptional nature of the diplomatic relations between the Republic of the Congo and China stands out as a model in the history of international relations, describing it as a model in the history of international relations. He underscored the mutual trust and collaboration between the two nations across political, economic, social, and cultural domains, which have resulted in substantial progress and tangible benefits for their peoples. Nyanga expressed his hope that the spirit of solidarity and friendship will endure, guiding both nations to uphold the torch of cooperation and pass on their traditional friendship to future generations.
The reception featured performances of traditional Chinese folk music, creating a friendly and warm atmosphere that further celebrated the occasion.
