On September 27, H.E. Ambassador Ren Hongyan attended a reception hosted by the Chinese community in Trinidad and Tobago to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and commemorate the 220th anniversary of the arrival of Chinese in Trinidad and Tobago. The Honourable David Lee, Minister of Housing, Senator Mr. Daniel Rasheed, Mr. Cheng Xiang, President of the China Society, as well as representatives of the Chinese community, Chinese enterprises, and the Confucius Institute attended the event, which brought together nearly 300 guests.

Ambassador Ren extended warm greetings to the Chinese community in Trinidad and Tobago on the occasion of the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival. He briefed the guests on China's 15th Five-Year Plan and the country’s development achievements. Noting that 2026 marks the 220th anniversary of the arrival of Chinese in Trinidad and Tobago, Ambassador Ren encouraged the Chinese community to continue playing an active role as ambassadors of Chinese culture and advocates for practical cooperation between China and Trinidad and Tobago. He called on the community to contribute to the building of a harmonious Chinese community, conduct business in accordance with the law and regulations, and further strengthen the community's influence and cohesion.

Ambassador Ren said the Chinese Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago will continue to uphold the principle of “people-centered diplomacy” and remain committed to serving and supporting the Chinese community.

Minister Li reviewed the 220-year history of the Chinese community in Trinidad and Tobago and expressed appreciation for its positive contributions to the country's social and economic development. He expressed the willingness to deepen practical cooperation with China in areas including smart cities.