The Chinese mainland has swiftly responded to the devastating earthquake that struck Port Vila, the capital of Vanuatu, on December 17. A shipment of essential emergency relief supplies departed from Shenzhen Baoan International Airport on Wednesday evening at 7:18 p.m. Beijing time, aimed at supporting the affected communities.
The convoy is carrying a variety of critical items, including tents, folding beds, water purification equipment, solar lamps, emergency food, and medical materials. These supplies are set to arrive in Port Vila by 4:45 a.m. Thursday, according to civil aviation authorities.
The earthquake, registering a magnitude of 7.3, has caused significant casualties and widespread damage across the island nation. The timely arrival of these relief materials is expected to aid in the immediate recovery efforts, providing much-needed support to those affected by the disaster.
This humanitarian gesture underscores the Chinese mainland's commitment to assisting nations in times of crisis, reinforcing global solidarity and cooperation in disaster response initiatives.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
