(SilkRoadNewsAgency Singapore News)On September 21, the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Singapore hosted a grand reception to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. Tan Dib Jin (eldest grandson) and Daryl Tan (great-grandson) of the renowned patriotic overseas Chinese leader Tan Kah Kee, known as the “Banner of Overseas Chinese and Glory of the Nation”, attended the official National Day celebration ceremony.
（Pictured are Tan Dib Jin and Daryl Tan, Descendants of Tan Kah Kee）
Tan Kah Kee is a legendary patriotic overseas Chinese leader in modern history. He dedicated his life to education philanthropy and national rejuvenation, laying an enduring foundation for China‑Singapore friendship and overseas Chinese undertakings. His noble spirit has transcended generations and continues to unite and inspire overseas Chinese communities worldwide.
As inheritors of the Tan Kah Kee spirit, Tan Dib Jin and Daryl Jin are based in Singapore and actively carry forward their ancestral patriotism. They have long been engaged in China‑Singapore people‑to‑people exchanges, cultural inheritance and public welfare activities, faithfully promoting bilateral friendship and cross‑cultural communication.
Their attendance at the official embassy reception fully recognizes the Tan family’s long-standing patriotic legacy, outstanding contributions to overseas Chinese affairs, and significant bridging role in China‑Singapore friendly relations.
（Pictured are Tan Dib Jin and Daryl Tan, Descendants of Tan Kah Kee, and Dr. Sergey Pavlovich Ganzha, the Russian Ambassador to Singapore）
The reception was attended by diplomatic envoys, overseas Chinese representatives and guests from all sectors. The event presented a festive and harmonious atmosphere, showcasing the long-standing friendship between China and Singapore and the profound bond between the motherland and overseas Chinese compatriots.
Keywords: National Day Reception, Chinese Embassy in Singapore, Tan Kah Kee, Tan Dib Jin, Daryl Tan, Tan Kah Kee Spirit, China‑Singapore Friendship
