On September 28, The Chinese Embassy in Norway held a reception celebrating the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and marking Ambassador Zhou Jingxing’s assumption in office. Mme. Astrid Willa Eide Hoem,State Secretary of Norway’s Ministry of Climate and Environment,and nearly 600 guests, including representatives from all walks of life, the diplomatic corps, and the Chinese community in Norway attended the reception.

In his remarks, Ambassador Zhou Jingxing stated that New China’s remarkable achievements stem from the industrious work of the Chinese people and mutually beneficial cooperation with all countries. Looking ahead, China will remain a powerful engine of the world economy, a contributor to global development and a defender of the international order. China will work hand in hand with all nations to further advance the Global Development Initiative and the Global Governance Initiative, and build a community with a shared future for humanity. Ambassador Zhou expressed his readiness to engage in in-depth exchanges and expand cooperation with all sectors of Norway to deliver more benefits to peoples of both countries.

Mme. Hoem, on behalf of the Norwegian government, extended  congratulations on the 77^th anniversary and warmly welcomed Ambassador Zhou to his new post. She spoke highly of the positive momentum in Norway-China relations and reaffirmed Norway’s readiness to move bilateral relations forward on the basis of mutual respect and mutual benefit.

Chinese and Norwegian artists presented wonderful live performances, creating a warm and festive atmosphere.