On September 28, a vibrant celebration marking both the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day was co-hosted by multiple organizations at the Hungarian Chinese Federation’s headquarters in Budapest. This event brought together over 200 attendees, as the national anthems of the People’s Republic of China and Hungary resonated throughout the venue.
During the festivities, several key speakers took the stage, including Liu Wenjian, Executive Chairman of the Hungarian Chinese Federation; Chen Shiquan, Executive President of the Hungarian Fujian Chamber of Commerce; and Zhang Jinyou, leader of the Hungarian Starlight Choir.
Liu Wenjian emphasized the significance of a strong homeland as a source of support for Chinese communities abroad. Acknowledging the 75th anniversary of the founding of New China, he shared heartfelt wishes for prosperity, happiness, and health for the nation while also extending warm greetings to Chinese expatriates in Hungary for a joyful Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day.
The event featured an impressive lineup of 27 performances by the Starlight Choir and local Chinese artists, each captivating the audience and earning enthusiastic applause for their extraordinary talent.
Liu further highlighted the Federation’s dedication to fostering Sino-Hungarian friendship and supporting the Belt and Road Initiative. He reaffirmed their commitment to serving Chinese businesses while maintaining strong ties to their homeland. Annually, they organize celebrations during key Chinese holidays, aiming to enrich the cultural experience for the Chinese community in Hungary and promote cultural exchange between China and Hungary.