A shipment of emergency relief supplies from the Chinese government arrived in Vanuatu’s capital, Port Vila, on Thursday. The 35-tonne aid package includes tents, folding beds, solar lights, food, water purification equipment and medical supplies.
The assistance comes in response to a devastating 7.3-magnitude earthquake that struck Port Vila on December 17, leaving at least 14 people dead, over 200 injured, and causing extensive damage to the city’s infrastructure.
“We deeply understand the significant damage caused by the recent earthquake,” said Chinese Ambassador to Vanuatu Li Minggang during the handover ceremony. He emphasized that China stands in solidarity with Vanuatu and is committed to supporting its early recovery efforts.
Vanuatu’s caretaker Prime Minister Charlot Salwai, also present at the event, expressed gratitude for China’s timely assistance and affirmed the importance of international support in aiding Vanuatu’s recovery process.