The Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Bulgaria hosted a reception on the occasion of the Chinese New Year

in the Sofia Hall of the Marinela Hotel on January 22. The celebration brought together numerous guests - Bulgarians and Chinese living in our country. Officially, the Chinese New Year begins on January 29 and will pass under the sign of the Green Wooden Snake, a symbol of wisdom, adaptability, success and change.

Upon entering the spacious foyer in front of the hall, guests were delighted with the "Culture of China" workshop. Here, everyone had the opportunity, with the help of Chinese women, to cut out exquisite figures from colorful paper, to paint a beautiful lantern to take home as a souvenir, as well as to receive a gift - books about and from China... from visiting Chinese publishers, etc.

The official speeches followed. H. E. Mrs. Dai Qingli Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to the Republic of Bulgaria, welcomed the guests and extended her wishes for a healthy, peaceful and harmonious year. She wished that the diplomatic and friendly relations between our two countries would continue to develop and deepen.

On the Bulgarian side, greetings to Her Excellency, the attendees and the Chinese people on the occasion of the Chinese New Year were extended by the Vice President of the Republic of Bulgaria, Mrs. Iliana Iotova. She emphasized that for this year we have many common ambitious projects, on which we are already working seriously and that she is convinced that in the Year of the Snake they will be crowned with success. Then she wished everyone health and success.

This was followed by musical and dance performances by Chinese and Bulgarian artists, which filled the atmosphere with beauty and festive mood. Of course, the wonderful Chinese cuisine also contributed to this. And all those born under the sign of the snake were invited to the stage, where they received a special gift - a stuffed snake.

The photo was provided by the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Bulgaria. In it (in the middle) are H. E. Mrs. Dai Qingli, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to the Republic of Bulgaria, and the Vice President of the Republic of Bulgaria Mrs. Iliana Iotova, and around them – all those present at the reception born in the year of the Snake.