Madame Chang Dongzhen delivered a speech, warmly welcoming the Portuguese guests to the Chinese Embassy. She expressed appreciation for the Portuguese government's long-term, unremitting efforts to improve the status of women and protect their rights, and paid tribute to the significant contributions made by Portuguese women to economic and social development. Madame Chang stated that with the progress and development of modern society, women's rights in education, culture, healthcare, and other fields are being more fully guaranteed, and the roles women play in social life are becoming increasingly diverse. She highly praised the important role played by many elite women in Portuguese society in the country's political life. Madame Chang noted that with the continuous development of bilateral cooperation between China and Portugal, exchanges and communication between women of the two countries are increasing, and she expressed her willingness to work with the Portuguese side to jointly promote friendship and exchanges between women of China and Portugal.
Maria de Belém, President of the Portuguese Socialist Party, praised the great achievements made by China in economic development and social security for women and children. She thanked the Ambassador's wife for her positive assessment of the contributions made by Portuguese women in political, economic, and social fields, expressed appreciation for the Chinese Embassy's efforts in building a platform for exchanges between Portuguese and Chinese women, and looked forward to more exchanges and cooperation between women of the two countries to promote the comprehensive development of bilateral relations.
The Embassy's Women's Group meticulously prepared a variety of programs for the event, including dance performances, piano solos, Fado singing, and a fashion show featuring traditional Chinese and Portuguese attire. The event was innovative and rich in content, showcasing the vibrant and energetic spirit of the women at the Embassy. The atmosphere was cordial, and the exchanges were enthusiastic. The guests thanked the Embassy for the thoughtful arrangements, praised the talented women of the Embassy, and stated that gathering with the women of the Chinese Embassy during International Women's Day enhanced communication between women of the two countries, deepened their friendship, and provided an excellent platform for cultural exchange between Portugal and China.
