According to CCTV News, on June 26, Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiaqun presided over a regular press conference. A reporter asked whether, after the earthquake in Venezuela, the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman stated yesterday that China was ready to provide relevant assistance according to Venezuela's needs. Could you please explain whether there has been any coordination between China and the Venezuelan government regarding rescue efforts, emergency supplies, or other forms of humanitarian assistance? Additionally, could you provide the latest information on Chinese citizens affected by this disaster?
Guo Jiaqun stated that the earthquake in Venezuela caused significant casualties and property damage. The Chinese government has expressed its condolences to the Venezuelan government and people, and the Venezuelan government has thanked the Chinese government. The Chinese government and the Red Cross will provide emergency humanitarian assistance to Venezuela. China is willing to offer further support to Venezuela based on the development of the disaster situation. As confirmed so far, two Chinese citizens have unfortunately died in the earthquake. The Chinese embassy in Venezuela is making every effort to investigate the safety situation of Chinese nationals in the area and will actively provide necessary assistance. We remind Chinese citizens in Venezuela to take precautions against secondary disasters caused by the earthquake.
According to CNN news on June 26, Venezuelan Health Minister said that after two consecutive earthquakes, the number of casualties has risen to about 235, with another 4,300 people injured.
Text: Zhang Quan Editor: Guo Guanghao Reviewer: Guo Guanghao
