Chinese Embassy in Ukraine Hosts Reception Celebrating the 77th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China

On September 28, the Chinese Embassy in Ukraine hosted a reception to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China at the InterContinental Kyiv. The event was attended by over 400 people from various sectors, including Chinese Ambassador to Ukraine Ma Shengkun, Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Yevhen Perebyinis, as well as representatives from various fields in Ukrainian society, diplomatic corps members accredited to Ukraine, local Chinese nationals, representatives of Chinese enterprises, and Chinese students studying in Ukraine.

In his opening remarks, Ambassador Ma warmly welcomed guests and thanked everyone who is supporting China-Ukrainian friendship and cooperation. He summarized China’s remarkable development achievements, promoted building a community with a shared future for mankind and the Four Global Initiatives proposed by President Xi Jinping, and emphasized that China stands firm in advancing Chinese-style modernization, enhancing economic complementarity between China and Ukraine, expanding mutually beneficial cooperation, and jointly open up new prospects for the development of bilateral relations.

Deputy Foreign Minister Yevhen Perebyinis expressed admiration for China’s remarkable development journey and significant achievements, spoke highly of China-Ukraine relations and cooperation across various fields, and stated his anticipation for working with the Chinese side to further explore the potential for cooperation and jointly open a new chapter in the partnership.

The reception was held in a solemn and enthusiastic atmosphere. Chinese students gave brilliant performances, including the national anthems of both countries, national songs and piano solos.