BISSAU, Jan. 19 -- The Chinese Embassy in Guinea Bissau has been chosen by a local Guinea Bissau newspaper "Donos da Bola" as the 2014 best performing diplomatic representation in the country.

"Donos da Bola" which is one of the most read newspapers in the country, said the embassy was chosen because of its contribution to training of journalists and support in the prevention of Ebola virus.

"China has always been on the side of Guinea Bissau, even during very difficult times," the newspaper's spokesman said during a ceremony held in Bissau in the presence of Guinea Bissau government officials and China's ambassador Wang Hua.

The newspaper recalled that in 2014, China had offered support to Guinea Bissau's health system and supplying cereals to rural people.

In the last five years, tens of Guinea Bissau journalists from both private and public media have undergone training in China.

The Chinese ambassador reiterated China's commitment to continue supporting Guinea Bissau's development.

"The Chinese government is ready and willing to help Guinea Bissau to overcome some of its difficult challenges," Wang affirmed.