The Chinese Embassy in South Sudan hosted a reception on September 28 to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, bringing together nearly 300 guests from government, diplomatic missions, the business community and various sectors of South Sudanese society.

Among those in attendance were Hon. Kuol Manyang Juuk, Senior Presidential Advisor; Hon. Philip Jada Natana, Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation; and Hon. Dr. Labanya Margaret Mathya Ugila, Minister of Trade and Industry. Diplomatic envoys accredited to South Sudan and members of the overseas Chinese community also attended the celebration.

In his address, Chinese Ambassador to South Sudan MA Qiang highlighted the historic achievements of the Communist Party of China over the 105 years since its founding, as well as China’s four global initiatives.

Ambassador MA said China and South Sudan have consistently upheld mutual respect and sincere cooperation. He reaffirmed China’s readiness to continue working with South Sudan towards common development and to further strengthen bilateral relations.

Representing the South Sudanese government, Hon. Kuol Manyang Juuk extended his warm congratulations and best wishes to the Chinese government and people.

He also expressed appreciation for China’s long-standing support for peace, stability and development in South Sudan, while reaffirming South Sudan’s commitment to working with China to deepen friendship and cooperation between the two countries.

The reception also featured cultural performances by representatives of the 14th Batch of Chinese Medical Teams, the China Petroleum Engineering & Construction Corporation, the 12th Chinese Peacekeeping Infantry Battalion, and children from the Azande Kingdom of South Sudan.

The performances added to the warm and festive atmosphere of the celebration, highlighting the people-to-people connections between China and South Sudan.