(Kuala Belait, 22nd) The President of the Brunei Hakka Association, Ling Yongqiang, expressed a warm welcome and heartfelt thanks to the guests and fellow villagers attending the banquet in his speech. He stated his gratitude for everyone's long-term support and active participation in the association, which has enabled each event organized by the association to be successfully and smoothly held.
He said that the Spring Festival is an important traditional festival for the Chinese nation, symbolizing reunion and harmony. On this special night, the significance of organizing a gathering is not only to celebrate the festival together, but more importantly, to allow the inheritance and promotion of Hakka traditional culture through such reunions.
"Tonight, seeing so many members and fellow villagers gathering with their families, the entire venue is filled with a strong festive atmosphere of the Spring Festival. The scene is lively and warm, which makes me feel both gratified and touched," he said.
He also especially thanked the advisors, board members, and fellow members for their generous sponsorship and selfless dedication, which made the banquet's program rich and colorful, going smoothly. He hopes everyone will continue to work together next year to jointly drive the association's affairs towards new milestones.
He said that the Spring Festival is an important traditional festival for the Chinese nation, symbolizing reunion and harmony. On this special night, the significance of organizing a gathering is not only to celebrate the festival together, but more importantly, to allow the inheritance and promotion of Hakka traditional culture through such reunions.
"Tonight, seeing so many members and fellow villagers gathering with their families, the entire venue is filled with a strong festive atmosphere of the Spring Festival. The scene is lively and warm, which makes me feel both gratified and touched," he said.
He also especially thanked the advisors, board members, and fellow members for their generous sponsorship and selfless dedication, which made the banquet's program rich and colorful, going smoothly. He hopes everyone will continue to work together next year to jointly drive the association's affairs towards new milestones.