Relations between China and Ireland have developed smoothly and rapidly since formal diplomatic relations were established in 1979 and ambassadors exchanged in 1980. Since that time visits to China by Irish delegations have become regular occurrences, due to the importance of trade and cultural links between the two countries.

Photo courtesy of University College Cork		Photo courtesy of University College Cork		Louise Kennedy. www.louisekennedy.com Photo: Christian Ammann

 

 

There is a vibrant and growing community of first and second generation Chinese people living in Ireland, indeed possibly now the largest minority group in the country. Chinese art, food, and other aspects of Chinese culture are increasingly being appreciated by a wider audience in Ireland.