Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun

Following the earthquake in Myanmar, China promptly expressed condolences and provided disaster relief assistance. In response to a media inquiry for more related information, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said that China pays high attention to the earthquake disaster in Myanmar. President Xi Jinping extended condolences to Myanmar's leader Min Aung Hlaing over the earthquake that hit the country, and extended deep condolences over the death of the victims and sincere sympathy to the bereaved families, the injured and the people affected by the disaster.

Guo noted that after the earthquake, China immediately activated its emergency response mechanism and made all-out efforts to carry out rescue operations and consular protection work. A rescue medical team from Yunnan Province arrived in Myanmar within 18 hours after the earthquake hit, becoming the first international rescue team to enter the disaster-stricken area. Together with local rescue forces, they successfully rescued a trapped person. Chinese rescue teams, including the China Search and Rescue Team, the China International Search and Rescue Team, the Hong Kong SAR Rescue Team, and teams of the Red Cross Society of China rushed to Myanmar overnight to provide assistance.

Civilian rescue teams from various parts of China have already entered or are on their way to Myanmar. Currently, around 400 Chinese earthquake experts, rescuers, and medical personnel are participating in rescue and relief efforts across Myanmar. Chinese rescue teams have so far rescued six survivors. 

China has announced to provide Myanmar with 100 million yuan in emergency humanitarian aid to support earthquake relief efforts, which includes urgently needed supplies such as tents, first aid kits, food, and drinking water. The first batch of supplies has already arrived in Myanmar, and the Red Cross Society of China has also provided relief materials.

Natural disasters are ruthless, but there is love in the world. China will uphold the "Paukphaw" friendship between China and Myanmar, stand together with Myanmar in this difficult time, make the most of the critical 72-hour window to search for survivors, treat the injured, and ensure relief supplies reach those in need. We believe that with the support of the international community, the government and people of Myanmar will overcome the disaster and rebuild their homes, said Guo.