On September 22, the Chinese Embassy in Rwanda held a reception in Kigali to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China and the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Rwanda. The event was attended by over 400 guests, including Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Hon. Dr. Usta Kaitesi, Rwandan friends from all walks of life,  diplomatic corps, as well as representatives of Chinese institutions and Chinese community in Rwanda.

Ambassador Gao Wenqi noted that this year marks the 105th anniversary of the Communist Party of China (CPC). With strong leadership of CPC, Chinese people have transformed the nation from poor and weak to prosperous and strong, achieving the two miracles of rapid economic growth and long-term social stability. This year also marks the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, and the opening year of the 15th Five-Year Plan. China will focus on developing new quality productive forces, unswervingly advance Chinese modernization and high-standard opening-up, and contribute to world peace and development. This year is the 55th anniversary of China-Rwanda diplomatic relations and the China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges. Under the strategic guidance of the two Heads of State, political mutual trust between China and Rwanda has continuously deepened, practical cooperation has yielded fruitful results, and people-to-people bonds have grown stronger. China stands ready to work with Rwanda to promote the high-quality development of the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries.

Hon. Katesi extended warm congratulations on China’s National Day and the 55th anniversary of Rwanda-China diplomatic relations, speaking highly of China’s great achievements and bilateral friendly cooperation in depth and scope. She reaffirmed Rwanda’s willingness to take the 55th anniversary as an opportunity to further advance bilateral relations and benefit the two peoples.

The reception proceeded in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Guests watched a photo exhibition co-organized by the Embassy and Xinhua News Agency Africa Regional Bureau , which showcased New China’s development achievements and the fruitful outcomes of China-Rwanda bilateral relations. Young artists from China and Rwanda performed Chinese and Rwandan songs and musical pieces together, demonstrating the unique charm of China-Africa cultural integration.