In response to the devastating magnitude-6.8 earthquake that hit Dingri County in Xigaze City, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, President Xi Jinping has mandated comprehensive rescue operations to save lives and reduce casualties.
Xi, who also serves as the general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, emphasized the importance of treating the injured with utmost priority. He called for immediate actions to prevent secondary disasters, ensure the proper resettlement of affected residents, and manage the aftermath effectively.
The president highlighted the need to strengthen earthquake monitoring and early warning systems, swiftly distribute emergency rescue supplies, and accelerate the repair of damaged infrastructure. Additionally, Xi stressed the importance of meeting the basic needs of residents and ensuring a safe and warm winter for all those impacted by the earthquake.
Authorities are now focusing on restoring normalcy in the region while providing the necessary support to the affected communities.
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Xi orders all-out rescue efforts after M6.8 earthquake in Xizang
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