Mr. Roy Mae， the Solomon Islands
From August 26 to September 19, 2026, Mr. Roy Mae from the Solomon Islands attended the Training Programme on Public Affairs Capacity Building for the Solomon Islands, hosted by International Economic Cooperation Center of Fujian Province. On the occasion of the programme’s conclusion, filled with gratitude and reluctance to part, he took the lead in composing an English poem: Until We Meet Again.
Until We Meet Again
From islands where the ocean meets the sky,
From Solomon’s shores where warm trade winds fly.
Across the Pacific, with hope in our hearts
We came to China, where a new journey starts.
We came here to learn, to listen, to share
To build a greater knowledge, to show that we care.
In public affairs, we opened our minds,
Searching for wisdom, new ways and new signs.
But somewhere between the lessons and days,
Beyond presentation and professional ways.
Something more precious quietly grew-,
A friendship between us, sincere and true.
China, you welcomed us with open arms,
With kindness and warmth and your countless charms.
Your people received us with smiles and with grace,
And slowly, this country became a familiar place.
Please accept our thanks, heartfelt and sincere.
For every arrangement, each moment of care,
For making us feel that we truly belong here.
You shared not only knowledge, but something far more-,
A friendship that reaches beyond every shore.
You showed us that nations, though distant may be,
Can meet in respect, in friendship, and unity.
Now the time has come for our journey to end,
But we leave not as strangers-we leave as friends.
Our bags may be packed, and our footsteps may turn,
But the memories of China will forever burn.
We say thank you, China-Until We meet again!
Seminar visit to Keqiutou Site Cultural Museum (Author: 3rd from right）
