On September 16, the Chinese Embassy in Sierra Leone held a grand reception to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. The event was attended by Ambassador Zhao Yong, senior government officials including Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Jeneba J. Bangura, and over ten cabinet ministers. Nearly 400 guests from all walks of life in Sierra Leone's party, government and military sectors, as well as representatives of Chinese community in Sierra Leone, were present at the reception.

Ambassador Zhao reviewed China's remarkable achievements over the past 77 years. He focused on elaborating on the four Global Initiatives proposed by President Xi Jinping and China's zero-tariff policy for African countries. Ambassador Zhao emphasized that, taking the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and Sierra Leone as an opportunity, China stands ready to work with Sierra Leone to elevate bilateral relations to new heights.

On behalf of the government of Republic of Sierra Leone, Deputy Minister Bangura extended warm congratulations on China's National Day. She spoke highly of China's remarkable development achievements, reaffirmed Sierra Leone's firm adherence to the one-China principle, and expressed the expectation for continued steady progress in China-Sierra Leone relations.

The reception unfolded in a warm and festive atmosphere. Guests enjoyed wonderful Chinese cultural performances. They spoke highly of China's achievements in modernization drive and expressed their willingness to continue actively promoting the development of China-Sierra Leone relations.