China honors foreign expats, pledges increased support

By AJP Posted : October 2, 2024, 11:18 Updated : October 2, 2024, 11:20
Chinese State Councilor Shen Yiqin gave a speech at the 2024 Chinese Government Friendship Award ceremony held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing China on September 30 2024 Xinhua-Yonhap
Chinese State Councilor Shen Yiqin gives a speech at a ceremony in Beijing, China on Sept. 30, 2024. Xinhua-Yonhap
SEOUL, October 2 (AJP) - China recognized 100 foreign experts on Monday, with the 2024 Chinese Government Friendship Award for their significant contributions to the country's development.

At a ceremony in Beijing, State Councilor Shen Yiqin presented the awards and committed to enhancing support and opportunities for international professionals working in China.

Shen emphasized that the Chinese people deeply appreciate the foreign experts' notable role in advancing China's modernization efforts.

She outlined China's plans to continue its modernization drive and attract global talent, stating that the country will implement further reforms and improve its systems for recruiting overseas professionals.

"We extend our sincere hope that foreign experts will continue to play a part in China's modernization and help forge new bonds of friendship and collaboration between the Chinese people and those from other nations," Shen remarked.

The event underscores China's ongoing efforts to engage international expertise in its development initiatives and foster global partnerships.
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