The Chinese Consulate General Hosts a Gala in Celebration of the Year of the Dragon
By UNE Staff Reporter
San Gabriel, CA—The Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Los Angeles hosted a reception today in celebration of the upcoming Chinese New Year, which drew attendance of over 700 guests, including elected officials and business and community leaders.
Ambassador Guo Shaochun, the Consul General of China in Los Angeles, extended New Year greetings to all in the consular area, introduced the recent economic development in China, and shared his vision for a sound, steady and sustainable China-U.S. relationship in his remarks.
“This year marks the 45th anniversary of the establishment of China-U.S. diplomatic relations,” said Ambassador Guo. “Making its way through twists and turns for nearly half a century, the China-U.S. relationship has taught us an important lesson, that is, upholding mutual respect, peaceful coexistence and win-win cooperation is the right way for China and the U.S. to get along with each other as two major countries.”
Ambassador Guo also stressed the importance of the Chinese community’s participation and contribution to the development of China-U.S. relations. “We will consistently improve our service for overseas Chinese, and exert utmost efforts to provide better consular services,” Guo added.
According to the Chinese zodiac, this year is the Year of the Dragon, which symbolizes strength, good fortune, wisdom and success. The Consulate General of China looked forward for more fruitful sub-national exchanges and cooperation.
Among attendees were Congresswoman Judy Chu, State Senator Josh Newman, State Assemblyman Mike Fong, San Bernardino County Supervisor Curt Hagman, Foreign Affairs Officer of OFM Charlotte Miller, and consular envoys from other countries.
