On September 29, the Chinese Embassy in Brunei Darussalam held the reception to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Brunei. H.E. Ambassador Chen Shaochun, Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Ahmaddin bin Haji Abdul Rahman, Coordinating Minister of Social Policies and Manpower and Minister of Home Affairs of Brunei, and other dignitaries, friends from all walks of life of Brunei, diplomatic corps, representatives of overseas Chinese and Chinese enterprises, totaling around 600 people, attended the event.

During the reception, guests jointly reviewed the remarkable achievements made by the People’s Republic of China over the past 77 years and the leap‑forward development of China‑Brunei relations since the establishment of diplomatic relations 35 years ago, through the Embassy’s welcoming messages and other special documentaries. They extended wishes for the continued progress, mutual promotion and coordinated development of the modernization of the two countries, and expressed expectations and confidence that bilateral relations will reach new heights, deliver greater benefits to the two peoples, and contribute to regional peace, stability, development and prosperity. H.E. Ambassador Chen Shaochun and diplomats from the Embassy had cordial exchanges with guests, briefing them on China’s two great miracles of rapid economic development and enduring social stability. They emphasized that China’s development and revitalization represent the growth of forces for world peace, stability and progress. China stands ready to work with Brunei to promote the building of a China‑Brunei community with a shared future to achieve more solid progress.

Amid a warm and friendly atmosphere, guests enjoyed guzheng recitals, martial arts demonstrations, dance shows and other splendid performances presented by artists from both countries.