LUANDA, July 28 (Xinhua) -- The Chinese Embassy in Angola held a reception in Luanda on Thursday to celebrate the 96th anniversary of the founding of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of the People's Republic of China.
Defense Attache at the Chinese Embassy, Wang Jinyuan, highlighted in his speech the PLA's history of safeguarding China's development interests, as well as its significant contributions to global peace and stability.
"The PLA is a brave and responsible defender of peace, actively participating in international peacekeeping operations, maritime escorts, humanitarian rescue and relief missions, and demonstrating its international commitment to building a community with a shared future for humanity," said Wang.
The Chinese military values its precious friendship with the Angolan Armed Forces (FAA) and attaches great importance to developing a cooperative and friendly relationship, he added.
"We are willing to work with Angola to continue expanding and deepening cooperation and exchanges between the two countries in defense and military construction, thus making new and greater contributions to the development of the China-Angola strategic partnership," he said.
During the event, Francisco Pereira Furtado, minister of state and chief of the Military House of the President of Angola, lauded China's accomplishments in reform and development, underscoring the fruitful outcomes of military exchanges and cooperation and expressing his anticipation for further progress in military relations between Angola and China.
Approximately 200 attendees, including members of the FAA, Angolan government officials, diplomatic delegations, military attaches from various countries, as well as representatives from Chinese companies and the Chinese community in Angola, participated in the event. ■