Xi Jinping chairs CPC meeting on Xizang quake relief

Xi Jinping chairs CPC meeting on Xizang quake relief stressing the need for disaster relief efforts.

Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, presided over a CPC leadership meeting on Thursday to discuss and organize disaster relief efforts following the recent 6.8-magnitude earthquake in Xizang Autonomous Region.

The Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee highlighted that disaster relief has reached a critical phase and stressed the need to maintain unwavering dedication to relief operations.

The meeting underscored the importance of achieving a decisive victory in this challenging disaster relief effort.

Leaders reviewed the current progress in relief activities, commending the swift and effective response of local authorities and departments in saving lives and reducing casualties.

The meeting called for prioritizing medical treatment for the injured, addressing the basic living needs of those affected, and ensuring warmth and safety during the winter season.

It urged the rapid repair of damaged infrastructure and removal of debris to restore normalcy in the affected areas as quickly as possible.

The meeting emphasized the importance of disseminating accurate information, strengthening earthquake resistance in vulnerable areas, and enhancing overall disaster preparedness.

Officials were encouraged to remain steadfast in frontline relief efforts and to dedicate themselves fully to their responsibilities to overcome the disaster’s challenges.