Chinanews.com, January 21, comprehensive report, on the occasion of the Spring Festival in 2023, United Nations Secretary-General Guterres, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and other international dignitaries sent New Year blessings to the Chinese people and Chinese people around the world .
United Nations Secretary-General Guterres sent a "Happy Chinese New Year" New Year greeting in Chinese on the 18th through a video.
He said the rabbit is a symbol of vigor and alertness, qualities that humans need in the face of hardship and trials.
Guterres thanked China for its strong partnership with the United Nations, and for China's support for international cooperation.
Guterres said that by working together as a global community, we can advance peace, sustainable development and build a better world for all, "I wish you and your family a New Year with hope and new beginnings." Good health and happiness."
On the 18th, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa extended his best wishes to the Chinese government and people on behalf of the South African government and people.
He said that he wished the Chinese people a long life, peace and prosperity in the Year of the Rabbit.
Ramaphosa said that 2023 is the 25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Republic of South Africa and the People's Republic of China, and it is a year worth celebrating.
South Africa values its vibrant economic relationship and political cooperation with the People's Republic of China.
Ramaphosa sent his blessings, "Dear Chinese brothers and sisters and Chinese people all over the world, I wish you all a happy Chinese New Year and all the best in the Year of the Rabbit."
On January 19 local time, Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha delivered a speech.
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Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha attended the Spring Festival celebration in Ratchaburi Province, Thailand on the 19th, and expressed New Year wishes to the people of Thailand and China in Chinese: "Xinzhengyi, Gongxifacai!"
Bahamian Prime Minister Davis said in his official speech celebrating the Chinese New Year on the 16th that he was very honored to express his "warmest congratulations" on the upcoming Chinese New Year on behalf of the Bahamian government and people.
He said that the rabbit is a symbol of kindness, sympathy, and sensitivity, and he looks forward to the success and happiness brought by the Year of the Rabbit.
Cyprus President Anastasiades sent New Year greetings via video on the 19th.
He said that the Chinese Lunar Year of the Rabbit symbolizes auspiciousness, ambition, bright future and prosperity. "I would like to extend my most sincere and warm New Year wishes to President Xi Jinping and the friendly Chinese people. I wish you a happy Year of the Rabbit and good health. May all go well with you!"
At the Chinese New Year reception for the Year of the Rabbit held by the Chinese Embassy in the Philippines on the 16th, Philippine President Marcos and his wife wished everyone "Gong Xi Fa Cai" in Chinese, expressing the hope that the Year of the Rabbit will bring everyone good luck, joy and harmony, and open up unity and peace A better tomorrow with cooperation.
According to a communiqué on the website of the US State Department on the 20th, US Secretary of State Blinken wished all people around the world celebrating the Lunar New Year health, safety, and good luck.
He said that this festival is a time of celebration and joy, and may the new year bring more peace, prosperity and opportunities.
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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also released a New Year greeting video to the Chinese in English, French, Mandarin and Cantonese a few days ago, saying that the Lunar New Year is a time to reunite with relatives and friends, and it is also a time to promote cultural traditions. I wish everyone health, safety and happiness in the Year of the Rabbit.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida sent New Year greetings to friends all over the world celebrating the Spring Festival on the 20th. He hopes that the new year will be peaceful and that life around the world will recover as soon as possible and return to normal.
Kishida Fumio wrote at the end of his congratulatory message, "I wish you all good luck in the Year of the Rabbit, and your wishes come true quickly! Happy Lunar New Year!"