On October 25, the Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Toronto held the presentation ceremony of 2024 Award for Outstanding Overseas Study Elite. Acting Consul General Cheng Hongbo attended the ceremony and presented the awards to the winners.

In his remarks, Acting Consul General Cheng noted that the establishment of the Award demonstrates the Chinese government’s profound care and high recognition of Chinese outstanding overseas study elite. He emphasized that students are the future of the nation and the hope of the people, carrying the important mission of promoting exchanges between China and other countries, advancing scientific and technological progress, and contributing to national development.

Acting Consul General Cheng expressed his hope that the students should integrate their personal development into national rejuvenation, contribute their wisdom and strength to the prosperity of the nation. He encouraged them to stay true to their aspirations, persevere in academic research, and strive for breakthrough achievements. He also encouraged them to broaden their vision, promote cultural exchange and mutual learning between China and Canada, serving as a friendship bridge between the two countries.

The representative of the award winners expressed that, he will cherish the honor and strive for further progress and integrate his personal goals into the social development and contribute to the nation and the world. The representatives of the judges and student mentors encouraged the students to continue striving for excellence in their future research and to contribute to human progress through outstanding academic achievements. 

The presentation ceremony was hosted by Counsellor Zhang Meng at the Consulate- General of the People’s Republic of China in Toronto. Nearly 40 people participated the ceremony, including award winners and their families, representatives of the judges and student mentors.