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.
The Ireland Sino Institute: From Boundary Broker to Nurturer of Ireland-China Mutual Development. The Ireland Sino Institute (ISI) plays a crucial role in sustaining the sister city relationship between Belfast and Shenyang. As Northern Ireland and China continue to strengthen their ties, the ISI supports this bond through the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the joint college, CQC.
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