Mexico City and Canberra Host Cultural Events to Celebrate 75 Years of the PRC
Special cultural events commemorating the upcoming 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China on October 1 took place in Mexico City, Mexico, last Friday, and in Canberra, Australia, on Monday.
Launched by China Media Group in March 2024, "Written in the Sky: My China Story" is a series of cultural initiatives aimed at gathering individual narratives related to China from around the globe.
During the Mexico event, Shen Haixiong, vice minister of the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and president of CMG, emphasized in his speech that different words convey common sentiments, representing the deep integration of emotions and cultures of countries around the world, embedding people's aspirations for peace and beauty, and condensing the profound power of friendship across borders.
Zhang Run, the Chinese Ambassador to Mexico, noted that this year marks the 52nd anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Mexico. He highlighted the ongoing deepening of the traditional friendship between the two nations, attributing this to the collaborative efforts of various sectors within the Chinese and Mexican communities. Each of these stories exemplifies the dynamic development of the relationship between China and Mexico, Zhang stated.
Senator Yeidckol Polevnsky expressed that her connection to China began over 30 years ago, and she holds deep appreciation and admiration for the country, which boasts a rich civilization and splendid culture spanning 5,000 years.
In Canberra, Xiao Qian, the Chinese Ambassador to Australia, communicated that the relationship between China and Australia has gradually returned to a positive trajectory, thanks to joint efforts from both nations.
Andrew Hogg, the executive general manager of eastern markets and aviation at Tourism Australia, pointed out that China is one of Australia’s leading sources of international tourists. He noted that high-tech developments like mobile payments have significantly enhanced the convenience of tourism between Australia and China, and that cooperation in this sector will play a crucial role in fostering mutual understanding between the two populations.
Colin Mackerras, a recipient of the Chinese Government Friendship Award and professor emeritus at Griffith University, shared via video his observations of China’s impressive achievements in economic and social development. He remarked that China is not a threat but an opportunity for Australia, expressing hope for further deepened cooperation in economic and trade fields, aiming for the two nations to become good friends and partners.
Ramin Sohrabi for TROIB News