On 9 October, Minister Counsellor Zhou Wei of the Education Section of the Chinese Embassy in the UK visited the University of Bristol and met with Associate Pro Vice-Chancellors Liang-Fong Wong, Melissa Allen, Charl Faul and Susanne Quadflieg.

Minister Counsellor Zhou congratulated the University of Bristol on its 150th anniversary. She noted that China is committed to opening up its education sector and that collaboration between Chinese and UK universities has always been conducted on a voluntary basis and in compliance with laws and regulations, serving the interests of both sides. 

Minister Counsellor Zhou recognised the achievements of cooperation between the University of Bristol and its Chinese university partners in talent cultivation and scientific research. She expressed the hope that the two sides would leverage their academic strengths and deepen collaboration in joint educational programmes, collaborative research, talent cultivation and youth exchanges, adding that the Embassy stands ready to provide full support for these efforts.

Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor Wong said that the University of Bristol attaches great importance to its engagement with China. She reaffirmed the university’s commitment to providing services to Chinese students on campus and ensuring their well-being, and expressed a desire to continue expanding practical cooperation with Chinese universities with the support of the Embassy.

During the visit, the Education Section was also invited to attend a Safe Study Abroad Orientation and a meeting with Chinese government-sponsored students, jointly organised by the University of Bristol and the University of the West of England.