On February 18, 2025, Governor of Liaoning province Wang Xinwei appointed Pat McCarthy as an Investment Ambassador for Shenyang, recognizing his and his team’s significant contributions to strengthening bilateral ties between Ireland and Liaoning. These efforts have particularly enhanced cooperation in investment, trade, education, and tourism.
In a recent interview with CGTN, Patrick McCarthy, Chair of the Ireland Sino Institute, emphasized the significance of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s visit to Ireland on February 17, 2025. This landmark visit underscores the deepening ties between Ireland and China, presenting a unique opportunity to enhance bilateral relations, especially in trade, investment, tourism and education.
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.
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