Ambassador Nicholas O’Brien

Account of the Ambassador of Ireland to the People's Republic of China and non-resident to Mongolia. Former Ambassador to Germany.

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

A delightful and inspiring performance by the astral Irish choir during the Discovering Ireland days in Embassy Beijing. It is a matter of pride to see Chinese children take such an interest in Irish culture!

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

Ambassador O’Brien met today with Ken Wu, President of the Chinese People's Institute of Foreign Affairs (CPIFA). They discussed Ireland-China bilateral relations and explored opportunities for strengthened people-to-people engagement.

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

The Irish Embassy continues to bring Irish culture to China with two film screenings this week: Listen to the Land Speak, and Arracht.  They were very well received by the Chinese audience, who appreciated the opportunity to view Irish films @MacallaTeo @CrossingTheLineFilms

[Ambassador Nicholas O’Brien @irlambchina]

It is a pleasure to celebrate Mongolian National Day with the Mongolian Ambassador in Beijing, celebrating the 2,235th anniversary of the foundation of the first Statehood of Mongolia and 105th anniversary of the People's Revolution of Mongolia.

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

To mark the first day of Ireland’s eighth Presidency of the Council of the European Union, Embassy Beijing is delighted to host a performance of music and dance by Brú Ború, a cultural centre from County Tipperary @BruBoru @Ireland2026eu #Ireland2026EU @fleadhcheoil

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

As part of Bloomsday & Beyond 2026, the Embassy of Ireland in China in collaboration with @BIBFofficial and @ArchipelPress welcomed Irish-based writer Claire-Louise Bennett and Chinese writer Dan Bao for a literary conversation in Beijing. #IrishLiterature #BIBF2026

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

Ambassador O’Brien visiting Irish veterinary pharmaceuticals and animal health products company Bimeda in Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, where they have manufacturing and R&D facilities #working4irl @dfatirl @Entirl

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

The Embassy was delighted to host students from the School of Medicine, University of Galway, participating in a Clinical Elective with Hebei Medical University and Hebei Children’s Hospital. We wish them all the best during their time and studies in China! @uniofgalway @Entirl

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

Ambassador O’Brien was pleased to meet with President of the China Education Association for International Exchange, Liu Limin. CEAIE is an important partner for Ireland in the education sector in China. @irlambchina

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

To mark EU Diversity Week, the Embassy of Ireland in China held a screening of “How to Tell a Secret.” Ireland remains committed to upholding human rights and ending AIDS globally by 2030. @ASecretFilm

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

We are deeply saddened by the casualties caused by the mine explosion at the Liushenyu Coal Mine in Qinyuan County, Shanxi Province. We extend our deepest condolences to the victims, our sincere sympathies to their families and loved ones, and all affected by this tragedy.

[Consulate General of Ireland, Shanghai @IrelandinSH]

The food theme continues in Shanghai this week with Bakery China 2026 and the very impressive @tirlan_ stand. Great to see the continued popularity of Irish cream, cheese and butter amongst Chinese bakery professionals, with support as always from @Bordbia

[Ambassador Nicholas O’Brien @irlambchina]

It was a pleasure to welcome Mayor O'Leary and Cllrs Eoghan O'Brien & Kieran Dennis to the Embassy

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

Ambassador O’Brien was delighted to welcome Mayor of Fingal County Council Tom O’Leary and his delegation to the Embassy. Fingal is twinned with Chengdu, capital of Sichuan Province, and the County Council have close cooperation with the city @Fingalcoco

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

Congratulations to organisers, clubs, players who made the 2026 North Asian Gaelic Games in Shunde such a resounding success on Saturday. Catch up on all the best moments and highlights from the tournament below. 📺👇
@officialgaa @GAAAsia @dfatirl #GAA #Community #IrelandInChina

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

Ambassador O’Brien hosting a trade promotion event with Enterprise Ireland & IDA Ireland and potential partner companies in Shenyang, capital of Liaoning Province. The visit promotes Ireland as a destination for investment and a deepening of trade @dfatirl @IDAIRELAND @Entirl

[Ambassador Nicholas O’Brien @irlambchina]

A real pleasure to visit an Irish ice cream shop in northern China. Murphy's has 3 shops in Dalian city.

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

Ambassador O’Brien visiting a Murphy’s Ice Cream shop in Dalian, China. Murphy’s is an artisanal brand from Dingle making handmade ice cream with milk from Kerry cows, and has three retail outlets in Dalian @dfatirl @Entirl

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

Ambassador O’Brien leading a delegation including IDA Ireland and Enterprise Ireland to meet with the Party Secretary of Liaoning Province. Liaoning is one of China’s principal industrial provinces and offers scope for deeper economic engagement @dfatirl @IDAIRELAND @Entirl

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

The Embassy was delighted to host a welcome reception for the members of UCD’s 1976 soccer team, who made history 50 years ago as the first Western team to play in the People’s Republic of China. A great reunion, with many wonderful memories shared! @ucddublin @irlambchina

[Embassy of Ireland, China @IrlEmbChina]

A roundup video of a very successful Ireland Pavilion at the Hainan Expo. #TeamIreland continues to promote Ireland & create potential for trade and investment #working4irl @dfatirl @Entirl @IDAIRELAND @TourismIreland @Bordbia

[Consulate General of Ireland, Shanghai @IrelandinSH]

Delighted to have @irlambchina Ambassador O’Brien in Hangzhou for the launch of #EuropeanCultureStreet. The Irish booth is proving very popular already!