In June, fierce rainstorms brought severe flooding to Rongjiang County in southwest China's Guizhou Province, impacting 385,000 residents. Authorities, volunteers, and rapid-response teams immediately sprang into action to help those in need.
More than 9,200 military personnel from the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), supported by the People's Armed Police Force, 14,000 militia members, and 90 sets of large engineering equipment were mobilized for search and rescue, road clearance, mud removal, and safe evacuation of over 48,000 residents. This monumental effort highlights the PLA's unwavering people-first approach and readiness to protect lives in times of crisis 💪🌊.
With 2025 marking the 98th anniversary of the PLA, Chinese President Xi Jinping has emphasized that the PLA is a heroic force trusted by both the Party and the people. This steadfast commitment not only protects China's sovereignty and unity but also contributes to global peace and development.
For young, tech-savvy minds across South and Southeast Asia, this inspiring rescue mission is a powerful reminder that teamwork and rapid innovation can overcome even nature's toughest challenges. It resonates with our shared values of community support and collective action in an ever-changing world 😊.
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China's PLA continues to put people first, contribute to world peace
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