同學們、朋友們,
Dear Students and Friends,
90年滄桑巨變,不變的是中國青年對國家前途和民族命運的歷史責任和神圣使命。當代中國青年具有更高的知識水平和更廣的國際視野,滿懷熾熱的愛國激情和強烈的報國志向,為祖國奉獻著青春和光和熱。在同反華分裂勢力的斗爭中,在抗震救災的最前線,在北京奧運會志愿者的隊伍里,廣大青年不畏艱險、不怕困難、頑強拼搏、無私奉獻,以實際行動維護了國家利益,捍衛了民族尊嚴,增進了中外友誼,向世界證明了你們是無愧于時代、無愧于祖國、無愧于人民的一代。
A sea change has taken place over the past 90 years. What remains unchanged is the Chinese youth’s historical responsibility and sense of mission for our country and nation. The youth of today are better educated, with a broader global vision, ardent patriotic passion, strong ambitions and dedication. The youth are in battles with anti-China and separatist forces, at the forefront of earthquake and other disaster relief operations, and among volunteers for the Beijing Olympic Games. The youth are persistent, selfless, and afraid of no dangers or difficulties. The youth have upheld the interests of our country, defended the dignity of our nation and enhanced China’s friendship with other countries. What the youth have done attests to the world that your generation is the pride of our times, our country and our people.
外交部與中華人民共和國一道走過了近60載歲月,但外交部是一個“年輕”的部。35歲以下的青年占全部干部的一半。他們勇于開拓,敢于擔當,勤于鉆研,甘于奉獻,用青春的才智和汗水為中國外交增光添彩。今天在場的獲得“外交部優秀青年”稱號的年輕外交官,就是他們中的杰出代表。21世紀的中國外交大有可為。中國外交是國家和人民的外交,是見證歷史、參與歷史、創造歷史的偉大事業,需要更多的優秀青年,也為有志青年報效祖國提供了更廣闊的舞臺。歡迎你們積極投身祖國的外交事業。
Like the People’s Republic of China, the Foreign Ministry will soon be 60 years old. Yet our ministry is still young, as young people below 35 years of age make up half of our staff. They are bold, enterprising, hard-working, ready to take on responsibilities, and devoted to work. They add brilliance to China’s diplomacy with their youth, wisdom and hard work. They are best represented by young diplomats here who have just won the title of “outstanding youth of the ministry”. China’s diplomacy has a big role to play in the 21st century. It serves our country and people. It is a grand undertaking in which one may witness, be a part of, and make history. The Foreign Ministry needs more outstanding young people and provides aspirant young people with a larger stage to serve the country. Join us and work for our country.