The Chinese Embassy in Equatorial Guinea recently held a diplomatic reception to commemorate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. The event was attended by Marcos Mba Ondo, Minister Delegate for Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Diaspora, along with other authorities and representatives of national and international institutions. This celebration has become one of the main events in the Chinese calendar.
The People's Republic of China was proclaimed on October 1, 1949, in Tiananmen Square, Beijing, by Mao Zedong, the leader of the Communist Party of China. The proclamation came after the Chinese Civil War, a conflict between the Communist Party of China and the Nationalist Party, also known as the Kuomintang. Since then, the anniversary has been celebrated annually.
During the reception, Jiang Han, the chargé d'affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Equatorial Guinea, welcomed the attendees and highlighted the evolution of bilateral relations between China and Equatorial Guinea, which have now reached 56 years. He emphasized the strong support and cooperation between the two countries, particularly in the areas of development and safeguarding fundamental interests.
Jiang Han noted that China and Equatorial Guinea, as members of the Global South, have supported each other in their development paths and in safeguarding their core interests and major concerns over the past 56 years. He added that the bilateral relations are characterized by strengthening political trust, deepening practical cooperation, and intensifying cultural exchanges.
Marcos Mba Ondo, the Minister Delegate for Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Diaspora, congratulated China on its anniversary and renewed the friendship between the two countries. He expressed satisfaction with the progress made in bilateral relations and looked forward to a promising future, wishing China peace, prosperity, and well-being.
The reception concluded in a celebratory atmosphere, with representatives from Equatorial Guinea, the Chinese community, and the diplomatic corps in attendance. The event marked over seven decades of Chinese history and over five decades of diplomatic relations between China and Equatorial Guinea.
The commemoration of the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China has strengthened the historical ties of friendship between Equatorial Guinea and China. Both countries have reaffirmed their commitment to continued cooperation and mutual support, looking forward to a bright future in their bilateral relations.
Key points
- China and Equatorial Guinea have maintained diplomatic relations for 56 years.
- The People's Republic of China was proclaimed on October 1, 1949.
- The bilateral relations between China and Equatorial Guinea are characterized by strengthening political trust and deepening practical cooperation.
