On September 21, Consul General Fang Xinwen attended an event hosted by the Chinese community in Victoria to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 54th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Australia. More than 400 guests attended the event, including Mr Arthur Wu, Executive Chairman of the Organising Committee, Mr Meng Heang Tak MP, the representative of the Premier of Victoria, Ms Liu Dongyuan, Deputy Consul General, and representatives from the political, business and Chinese communities in Victoria.

In his remarks, Consul General Fang reviewed the remarkable achievements China has made since the founding of the People’s Republic of China 77 years ago and briefed the audience on China-Australia relations and the latest developments in exchanges and cooperation between Victoria and China. He noted that the essence of China-Australia relations is mutually beneficial cooperation. China stands ready to work with Australia to further strengthen exchanges and cooperation across various fields and advance the China-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership along the right track toward steady progress. Consul General Fang spoke highly of the positive contributions made by the Chinese community in Victoria to promoting people-to-people friendship and exchanges and cooperation between China and Australia, and encouraged Chinese Australians to continue to serve as a bridge, actively integrate into Australian society, and promote mutual understanding and friendship between the peoples of China and Australia.

Representatives of the Organising Committee and guests extended their warm congratulations on the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 54th anniversary of China-Australia diplomatic relations. They spoke highly of China’s development achievements and expressed their commitment to continuing to support friendship and cooperation between Australia and China.

The event also featured a variety of cultural performances, including singing, dancing and instrumental music. The celebration was held in a warm, joyful and festive atmosphere.