Amid the COVID-19 outbreak, members of the Chinese community residing in Japan have mobilized to support their hometown of Wuhan. Long-term residents originally from Wuhan have organized efforts to provide much-needed medical supplies to hospitals battling the epidemic in the city.
Through their initiative, a direct logistics route from Japan to Wuhan’s hospitals was established. By Tuesday night, the community had successfully donated over 200,000 masks, 22,473 pieces of protective clothing, 2,830 goggles, and 16,100 pairs of gloves to aid healthcare workers on the frontlines.
“We’re both from Hubei and Wuhan. This is what we have to do,” said Xu Xilan, a restaurant owner who has lived in Japan for over 30 years. Her dedication reflects the strong ties that overseas Chinese maintain with their homeland.
Similarly, Meng Zhi, a bank employee who has been in Japan for 18 years, expressed deep concern for his family in Wuhan. “In this hard time, being with family is more important than anything,” he shared. “Family affection and love cannot be exchanged for money or career success. Once the family leaves, they’re gone forever.” Meng is actively involved in collecting supplies to send to Wuhan.
The efforts of the Chinese community in Japan exemplify solidarity and compassion across borders. Their contributions not only provide tangible support but also send a message of unity and hope to those affected by the epidemic.
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