The Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) held a banquet in Beijing to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Suriname on May 27, 2016. Mr. Chen Yuan, Vice Chairman of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), Mr. Wang Chao, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Xie Yuan, Vice President of the CPAFFC, Mr. Lloyd Pinas, Ambassador of the Embassy of Suriname in China etc.attended the banquet.

Vice President Xie Yuan said in his speech that, since the establishment of the diplomatic relations, the development of the bilateral relations have been made achievements under the joint efforts. Suriname is one of the South American countries where many overseas Chinese live. The Chinese culture has become an important part of Suriname multi-culture and the friendship have been deeply rooted in the heart of the two countries’ people.

Ambassador Lloyd Pinas quoted the statement by President Desire Bouterse and spoke highly of the bilateral relations. Ambassador Lloyd Pinas thanked the Chinese government for its help in Suriname development. He also said that the  launch of the China –CELAC (Community of Latin American and Caribbean States) Forum would further promote the exchanges and cooperation in various fields for the both sides.