“The dream of many Chinese generations in Suriname has come true. This is a historic moment for all of us and we are very grateful,” said ambassador Yang Zigang of the People’s Republic of China during the celebration of the Chinese New Year in the building of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KKF) yesterday. In Suriname the Chinese community is one of the oldest, which has integrated over the years. Now it receives its recognition through an official national holiday. According to Zigang this is of great importance and a new height in the friendly relations between Suriname and China…[+]