To enrich the cultural and sporting lives of overseas staff, foster communication and collaboration between companies, and put into practice the spirit of ‘embracing diversity and striving for excellence’, the Angola Company’s friendly basketball match officially kicked off on the afternoon of 26 April at the Trade Company’s 4S Store basketball court.
In this match, the Construction Office and the Materials Company formed Team A, whilst the General Trading and Automotive Trading departments formed Team B. On the court, players from both sides were full of energy and fighting spirit, sprinting swiftly, passing with precision, shooting with determination and defending in perfect unison; every move was executed with total commitment, and every attack and defence was nail-biting. Upholding the principle of ‘friendship first, competition second’, the players demonstrated superb skills amidst the fierce contest, whilst the crowd responded with a constant chorus of applause and cheers.
After an hour of fierce competition, the match drew to a successful close amidst a gentle breeze and the evening glow. In the end, the Construction Company secured victory in this friendly match with a score of 44–36, beating the Trading Company by an eight-point margin. Though the match was over, the camaraderie remained. Afterwards, players from both teams gathered on the second floor of the Trading Company’s canteen, sitting around a steaming hotpot amidst constant laughter and cheerful conversation. Everyone chatted about amusing moments from the match and exchanged work experiences. Over dinner, everyone agreed that such events should be held on a regular basis and arranged a time for their next practice session.
This friendly basketball match served as a bond through sport and a gathering point through food. It not only provided overseas staff with a platform to relax and express themselves, but also deepened the bonds of friendship between companies in Angola and further strengthened team cohesion. Moving forward, all employees of Guangjin Angola will channel the fighting spirit displayed on the court into their work, throwing themselves into their duties with renewed enthusiasm and high morale. By uniting our efforts and working hand in hand, we will jointly drive the steady development of the company’s overseas operations!