In the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, a dedicated group of Wuhan residents living in Japan has stepped up to provide critical support to their hometown. These community members have established a direct logistics route from Japan to hospitals in Wuhan, ensuring that much-needed supplies reach those on the front lines.
As of Tuesday night, donations have amassed to include 203,380 masks, 22,473 pieces of protective clothing, 2,830 goggles, and 16,100 pairs of gloves. These contributions are set to bolster the protective efforts within Wuhan’s medical facilities.
\"We're both from Hubei and Wuhan people. This is what we have to do,\" said Xu Xilan, a restaurant owner in Japan who has been residing there for over 30 years. Xu's commitment highlights the strong sense of community and responsibility shared among the Wuhan diaspora.
Meng Zhi, a bank employee who has lived in Japan for 18 years, expressed his deep concern for his family members in Wuhan. \"In this hard time, when we need care the most, being with family is more important than anything. Family affection and love cannot be exchanged for money or career success. Once the family leaves, they're gone forever.\" Meng is actively involved in organizing and collecting supplies to aid those in need back home.
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