评委寄语第20届“21世纪杯”全国英语演讲比赛

Prof. Ren Xiaoping

Ambassador, Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Professor at the China Foreign Affairs University & the University of International Business and Economics

I am very proud to be one of the initiators of the 21st Century National English Speaking Competition. The past 20 years have seen the competition grown into a great national event which has attracted millions of university and high school students. It is an enlightening experience for those who strive for excellence, reach beyond oneself and learn from others. Congratulations! Happy 20th birthday!

（作为“21世纪杯”全国英语演讲大赛发起者之一，我感到十分自豪。在过去的20年里，演讲大赛已经成长为一个全国性大型赛事，吸引了上百万大学生和高中生的参与。比赛对于勇于追求卓越、超越自我、乐于学习他人的同学们来说，是一次很有启发的体验。恭喜！祝全国英语演讲大赛20岁生日快乐！）