The Embassy holds Film Reception Commemorating
Centennial Anniversary of Xinhai Revolution

2011-11-12 16:53

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On November 11th, H.E. Mme. Gao Yanping, Chinese Ambassador to Israel hosted a film reception to commemorate the centennial anniversary of the Xinhai Revolution. More than 60 guests including overseas Chinese were present. Mrs. Yang Yueming, Counselor of the Embassy, presided over the reception.

Ambassador Gao spoke highly of the Xinhai Revolution and the forerunner of the revolution, Mr. Sun Yat-sen, and recalled the great progress China had achieved during the last 100 years.

Ambassador Gao extended her heartfelt gratitude to the overseas Chinese in Israel for their long time efforts and support for the exchanges and cooperation between China and Israel in various fields. She also warmly congratulated the establishment of the first overseas Chinese organization Association of Overseas Chinese in Israel.

The guests showed great interests in the film and expressed appreciation for the tremendous achievements in political, economic and social aspects of China over the last 100 years.