China has sent rescue teams and humanitarian aid to Myanmar after a 7.9-magnitude earthquake, which has caused over 1,700 deaths and severe destruction.
As of 8 a.m. on March 30, Chinese rescue teams have successfully pulled four survivors, including a pregnant woman, from the rubble in Myanmar’s Mandalay, following a devastating 7.9-magnitude earthquake that struck the country on March 28. Rescue operations remain ongoing at full capacity.
The earthquake has caused severe casualties, with 1,700 people confirmed dead, 3,400 injured, and 300 still missing. Among the victims, one Chinese citizen has been confirmed dead, according to a report from the Chinese Embassy in Myanmar on March 31.
In response to the disaster, China dispatched its first batch of humanitarian aid to Myanmar on the morning of March 31. The China International Development Cooperation Agency announced that, upon Myanmar’s request, China has pledged 100 million yuan in emergency assistance. The initial relief shipment includes essential supplies such as tents, blankets, and first-aid kits.
Additionally, 91 rescuers from five teams under China’s Ministry of Emergency Management have arrived in Myanmar for rescue work.
According to China Media Group, approximately 80 percent of buildings in Sagaing suffered varying degrees of destruction, with many completely collapsing. Residents are facing severe hardships, lacking necessities such as clothing, food, clean drinking water, and medical supplies. Currently, rescue efforts are largely dependent on local authorities and volunteer-led initiatives.
Written by Chen Wang, additional reporting by CGTN and CNS.
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