Chinese Consulate General celebrated Chinese Lunar New Year, in Kolkata
Kolkata: Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China H.E. Mr Sun Weidong and his wife Madam Bao Jiqing graced the reception. The ambassador delivered a keynote speech on progress of China-India relations. Consul General Mr Zha Liyou spoke on sub-national relationship between China and East India.
Hundreds of representatives from all walks of life in East India, especially West Bengal, were present, including government, business, universities and schools, think tanks, consular corps, media, the Chinese community, and Chinese companies.
Besides the traditional Chinese lion dance show, a band of percussionists from Kolkata called Beat Blasters will put on wonderful performances in the reception. Moreover, women staff members of the consulate led by Madam Zheng Huiqun, wife of Consul General Mr Zha Liyou, along with friends from VFS sang a very joyous song named “Congratulations” to celebrated the Chinese New Year, also called the Spring Festival. Delicious Chinese food were served.
