According to the WeChat public account of the Chinese Embassy in Belgium, on October 1st, the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, the Chinese Embassy in Belgium and the City Government of Brussels jointly organized a costume ceremony with a theme of 'Chinese children urinating' to celebrate the National Day of China in a unique way.
More than 200 guests from various sectors, including Li Yan, the chargé d'affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Belgium, Zhu Jing, the counselor of the Chinese mission to the EU, representatives of the Brussels Capital Region government, regional council members, Brussels city council members, and European parliament members, as well as local citizens and tourists, attended the event. Li Yan, the chargé d'affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Belgium, and representatives of the Brussels City Council, including city council member Tamiz, delivered speeches.
The Acting Chargé d'Affaires Li Yan said that on the occasion of the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, it is appropriate to dress this classic urban landmark—the little boy urinating—in traditional Chinese attire. This will allow Chinese culture to complement the Belgian city culture, adding a touch of Chinese color to the streets of Brussels. It will also create a vivid and special moment for the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Belgium. China always maintains an open and inclusive attitude and cherishes friendship with people from all countries. We are willing to work together with Belgium and other nations to write more chapters of friendship through cultural exchanges.
In his speech, Taimiz, on behalf of the Brussels city government and the mayor, extended national congratulations to the Chinese side. He also stated that Brussels is a diverse and open city. In the current tense international situation, dialogue, respect, and friendship are particularly important.
At the ceremony, the Belgian Meyboom brass band played the Chinese national anthem, "Song of the Little Boy Who Peees," as well as classic Chinese and Belgian songs such as "Singing the Motherland" and "Jasmine Flower." The atmosphere was warm and friendly. Chinese and Belgian guests raised their glasses to celebrate China's National Day, wishing for lasting friendship between the two nations.
