2024年7月13日，为纪念中国著名异见人士刘晓波逝世七周年，中国民主党英国总部与欧洲之声联合举办了一场庄严而充满意义的纪念活动。此次活动在伦敦市中心Royal Natonal Hotel的一个会议厅举行，吸引了来自各地的民主人士、人权活动家、学者以及中国民主党党员，共同缅怀这位为中国民主事业献身的伟大人物。
活动开始，首先由中国民主党全国联合总部副主席、中国民主党英国总部主席王冠儒向与会嘉宾和党员致欢迎词，然后主持人欧洲之声社长廖天琪女士介绍了刘晓波的生平和他的主要事迹。刘晓波是中国著名的文学评论家、学者及人权活动家，因其倡导民主、自由和人权而屡次被捕。他最著名的事迹之一是起草了《零八宪章》，该宪章呼吁中国进行政治改革，建立宪政民主。2010年，刘晓波被授予诺贝尔和平奖，但他却因“煽动颠覆国家政权罪”被判处11年监禁，并于2017年在狱中患肝癌去世。
随后，中国民主党英国总部和欧洲之声的负责人分别发表了讲话。他们回顾了刘晓波为争取中国民主和人权所作出的巨大牺牲，强调了他的精神遗产对当今中国和世界的深远影响。讲话中提到，尽管刘晓波已经离世，但他的思想和精神依然激励着无数追求自由和公正的人们。接下来，几位特邀嘉宾发表了演讲，包括著名的中国问题专家、作家和人权活动家。他们分别从不同的角度探讨了刘晓波的思想遗产、当前中国的人权状况以及国际社会应对中国人权问题的策略。一位嘉宾深情回忆了他与刘晓波的几次会面，分享了刘晓波在私下里温暖而坚定的一面，使与会者对这位伟人的个人形象有了更为立体的认识。活动还安排了视频播放环节，展示了刘晓波生前的一些珍贵影像资料。屏幕上，刘晓波那坚定的目光和温和的话语仿佛穿越时空，直击人心。
中国民主党英国总部的党员卢灵飞、朱双林、李景棠、朱司勇、胡晓等深受感动，在会议现场积极参与发言，表达对自由民主的追求和对刘晓波的深刻缅怀。
此次纪念活动分上午的现场活动和下午的网络活动，下午会议结束，与会人士赶到中国驻伦敦大使馆举行抗议活动。此次活动不仅是对刘晓波个人的缅怀，更是对自由、民主和人权普世价值的坚定支持。通过这样的纪念活动，刘晓波的精神得以传承，他的追求也将继续激励更多人投身于争取自由与正义的事业中。
参与此次活动的党员：王冠儒、黄华、蒋玉山、Thomas、林丽君、李亚伦、靳雪涔、刘恩成、于伟梁、郭宇轩、赵强、廖柳燕、罗宾、闫磊、李皓博、周亮、阮谦、顾晓峰、兰子明、林明强、朱双林、魏辰雨、徐伟华、周亮、朱司勇、周小斌、黄林、韦伊铭、李景棠、胡晓、卢灵飞、王建、陈明旺、David、 Junius Tian等
中国民主党英国总部报道
Commemoration of the Seventh Anniversary of Liu Xiaobo’s Death
On July 13, 2024, to commemorate the seventh anniversary of the death of prominent Chinese dissident Liu Xiaobo, the UK Headquarters of China Democracy Party and the Voice of Europe jointly organized a solemn and meaningful commemorative event. The event was held in a conference hall at the Royal National Hotel in central London, attracting democrats, human rights activists, scholars, and members of the China Democracy Party from various regions to honor this great figure who dedicated his life to the cause of democracy in China.
The event began with a welcoming speech by Wang Guanru, Vice Chairman of the National Joint Headquarters of the China Democracy Party and Chairman of the UK Headquarters of China Democracy Party, addressing the guests and party members. Then, Liao Tianqi, President of the Voice of Europe, introduced Liu Xiaobo’s life and his major achievements. Liu Xiaobo was a renowned literary critic, scholar, and human rights activist in China, repeatedly imprisoned for his advocacy of democracy, freedom, and human rights. One of his most notable achievements was drafting the “Charter 08,” which called for political reform and the establishment of constitutional democracy in China. In 2010, Liu Xiaobo was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, but he was sentenced to 11 years in prison for “inciting subversion of state power” and died of liver cancer in custody in 2017.
Subsequently, the leaders of the UK Headquarters of China Democracy Party and the Voice of Europe delivered speeches. They recalled Liu Xiaobo’s tremendous sacrifices for democracy and human rights in China, emphasizing the profound impact of his spiritual legacy on contemporary China and the world. It was mentioned in the speeches that although Liu Xiaobo has passed away, his ideas and spirit continue to inspire countless individuals pursuing freedom and justice. Following this, several invited guests, including well-known China experts, writers, and human rights activists, gave speeches. They explored Liu Xiaobo’s intellectual legacy, the current human rights situation in China, and the international community’s strategies for addressing human rights issues in China from various perspectives. One guest fondly recalled several meetings with Liu Xiaobo, sharing his warm and resolute demeanor in private, providing attendees with a more comprehensive understanding of this great figure. The event also featured a video segment showcasing some precious footage of Liu Xiaobo. On the screen, Liu Xiaobo’s steadfast gaze and gentle words seemed to transcend time and space, touching hearts.
Party members of the UK Headquarters of China Democracy Party, including Lu Lingfei, Zhu Shuanglin, Li Jingtang, Zhu Siyong, and Hu Xiao, were deeply moved and actively participated in the discussions, expressing their pursuit of freedom and democracy and their profound remembrance of Liu Xiaobo.
The commemoration consisted of a morning in-person event and an afternoon online event. After the afternoon meeting concluded, attendees proceeded to the Chinese Embassy in London for a protest. This event was not only a commemoration of Liu Xiaobo but also a firm support for the universal values of freedom, democracy, and human rights. Through such commemorations, Liu Xiaobo’s spirit is perpetuated, and his pursuit continues to inspire more people to engage in the struggle for freedom and justice.
Participants in the Event
Wang Guanru, Huang Hua, Jiang Yushan, Thomas, Lin Lijun, Li Yafei, Jin Xueqin, Liu Encheng, Yu Weiliang, Guo Yuxuan, Zhao Qiang, Liao Liuyan, Robin, Yan Lei, Li Haobo, Zhou Liang, Ruan Qian, Gu Xiaofeng, Lan Ziming, Lin Mingqiang, Zhu Shuanglin, Wei Chenyu, Xu Weihua, Zhou Liang, Zhu Siyong, Zhou Xiaobin, Huang Lin, Wei Yiming, Li Jingtang, Hu Xiao, Lu Lingfei, Wang Jian, Chen Mingwang, David, Junius Tian, and others.
Reported by the UK Headquarters of China Democracy Party.
