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In January 2025, Chairman Pat McCarthy of the Ireland Sino Institute (Chinese name Zhang Xiaoai 张小爱), was conferred the title of Honorary Ambassador for Tourism and Culture by the Chinese Government.
On January 12, 2025, Professor Pat McCarthy, Chairman of the Ireland Sino Institute, delivered a compelling address at Dalian University of Foreign Languages, a prestigious institution ranked among the top 1% globally. His speech underscored the enduring partnership between Ireland and China, highlighting the significant contributions of the Irish community within China.
Professor Pat McCarthy of the Ireland Sino Institute has been appointed as a leading expert by the European Commission, the primary executive arm of the European Union. He is an Irish and EU Citizen and a graduate of Linköping University, consistently ranked among the top 1% of universities worldwide.
CEIBS (China Europe International Business School) in Shanghai recently witnessed a significant event that underscored its role as a vital bridge between China and Europe. The visit by Irish Tánaiste Micheál Martin, a senior leader from a European Union state, brought not only international media attention but also passionate advocates for deeper China-Europe ties to the school’s campus. The event gained additional significance with the attendance of Pat McCarthy, founder of the Ireland China Institute, and his wife.
As the Mid-Autumn Festival approached, a special celebration event was held in Shenyang. This event, organized by the Information Office of the Liaoning Provincial People’s Government and co-hosted by the Information Office of the Shenyang Municipal People’s Government and the International Online Liaoning Channel, was attended by representatives from the Ireland Sino Institute.
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