On October 11, 2025, Counselor Tang Jun, responsible for educational, scientific, and cultural affairs at the Chinese Embassy in New Zealand, attended the 2025 Mid-Autumn Celebration organized by local Chinese students and scholars in Rotorua. More than 50 people attended the event, including Mr Heddell Raerino, Associate Dean of the Faculty Health, Education and Environment at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology, Ms Ada Chen, international Services Manager at the institute, Dr Kin, Chairman of the Rotorua Chinese Association, as well as local Chinese students, scholars, and their families.

Counselor Tang first extended festive greetings to the students, encouraging them to actively participate in people-to-people exchange activities between China and New Zealand. She emphasized that the Chinese Embassy in New Zealand will continue to work closely with the New Zealand government, local councils and universities to ensure a safe, healthy, and smooth study experience for Chinese students in New Zealand.

Mr Raerino expressed his pleasure in attending the Mid-Autumn gathering for the second consecutive year to celebrate reunion and cultural diversity with the participants. He warmly welcomed more Chinese students to pursue their studies at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology. Dr Kin advised the students and scholars to abide by local laws, regulations, and cultural customs, to stay united and support one another, to demonstrate the fine image of the Chinese people and promote the excellence of traditional Chinese culture.

The event featured a pipa solo performance, along with a variety of fun games such as Pitch-pot, One Hit to Win, and Names Battle. Attendees enthusiastically participated, creating a lively and festive atmosphere.

During her visit to Rotorua, Counselor Tang also visited and extended greetings to representatives of the local Chinese community.