On September 22, Mr Ding Peiyi, Chargé D'affaires a.i.of the Chinese Embassy in Mauritius attended the “Moonment to Remember Concert” for Mauritian Alumni of Chinese Univerities, held at China Cultural Center, together with Honorable Dr. Kaviraj Sharma Sukon, Minister of Tertiary Education, Science and Research; Mr. Sylvio Tang, Former Minister of Youth and Sports; Mr. Jiang Xiaofan, President of Sichuan Symphony Orchestra; Mauritian alumni who have studied in China, and music enthusiasts in Mauritius.

In his address, Hon. Dr. Kaviraj Sharma Sukon expressed his appreciation for the Chinese Government’s support for educational and cultural exchanges between China and Mauritius. He noted that Mauritian alumni who have studied in China, played an important role in Mauritius economic and social development. He also added that the Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional festival that celebrates family reunion, and the concert would not only provide Mauritian audiences with an enjoyable artistic experience, but also further promote mutual understanding and friendship between the peoples of China and Mauritius.

Mr. Ding Peiyi highlighted Mauritian alumni of Chinese universities as ambassadors of China-Mauritius friendship. He expressed his hope that more Mauritian young people would pursue their studies in China and benefit from the opportunities offered through educational cooperation.

He stressed that this year marks the China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges. The concert featured artists from the Sichuan Symphony Orchestra performing traditional Chinese music centred on the themes of the moon and reunion. Using music as a bridge, the concert aimed to convey care and warm wishes to Mauritian alumni of Chinese universities, celebrated the friendship between China and Mauritius, and shared the joy and beauty of reunion.