Chapter 401 Osman (1)
On the big screen, the latest international news is displayed.
At 9:17 a.m. Beijing time on February 6, 2023 (4:17 a.m. local time on February 6), a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Osman at a depth of 20 kilometers. The epicenter was located at 37.15 degrees north latitude and 36.95 degrees east longitude.
Chai Yong glanced around at the crowd. Those present were all directors and deputy directors of various departments and bureaus. "At the request of the Ottoman government, the central government has decided to provide humanitarian aid to the Ottomans. All parties have begun organizing supplies and preparing for the rescue. Now there's a question: should our Development Agency send personnel, and if so, who will lead the team?"
Jiang Ningyue said, "I'll lead the team."
Everyone looked at Jiang Ningyue in surprise, but it seemed normal.
This person is a "heroine" certified by the State Council, so naturally she is not afraid.
Deputy Director Wei Pu frowned and said, "Director, Director Jiang, the problem now is that there is still the risk of aftershocks in the earthquake zone. Do we really need to send such a high-level official there? Moreover, the Ottoman Empire... hehe."
Wei Pu smiled but said nothing.
There is a saying on the Internet: 'Husky among dogs, Osman among countries'.
As a NATO country, the Ottoman Empire went to the Russians to buy arms, but was sanctioned by the United States and domestic inflation remained high.
Located at the junction of Asia and Europe, it dreams of leaving Asia and joining Europe, but ended up being used as a tool by the EU.
The new President of the European Commission, Kälin, also has a very cold attitude towards Osman and does not seem to be prepared to make any changes to the economic and trade relations between the EU and Austria.
However, Jiang Ningyue still spoke up, "my country's industries overlap significantly with the Ottoman Empire. To protect its domestic industries, the Ottoman Empire has frequently enacted anti-dumping and anti-subsidy laws against my country. However, this doesn't mean there's no need for trade cooperation between the two countries. We still have significant advantages and economic and trade prospects in areas where the Ottoman Empire lacks expertise, such as mobile phones and new energy vehicles. This disaster is actually an opportunity. We can use this opportunity to increase my country's influence in the Ottoman Empire and deepen the friendship between the two countries."
Chai Yong nodded after hearing this and said, "Since Director Jiang has volunteered, then Director Jiang will lead the rescue team this time."
The rest of the people had no objections, as it wasn't an easy job.
Then, Chai Yong looked at everyone and said, "Each of the eight departments in the agency will send at least one staff member to accompany you. They will be responsible for allocating supplies and organizing personnel. You only have one afternoon, and you must depart tonight."
At noon, CCTV's noon news broadcast the Ottoman earthquake and included China's attitude.
The Chinese government immediately activated its emergency humanitarian aid mechanism and decided to provide emergency assistance to Osman. The first batch of aid will provide 40 million RMB, including dispatching a heavy-duty urban rescue team, a medical team, and urgently needed disaster relief supplies. It is understood that the rescue team is led by Jiang Ningyue, Deputy Director of the External Affairs Department of the Agency for International Development.
During the meal, Zhao Jing took the initiative to find Jiang Ningyue and said, "Leader, I want to go too."
"you?"
Jiang Ningyue frowned and said, "This is very dangerous, so don't go."
My 'luck' is a bit strange and will attract some inexplicable things.
I went out three times and encountered something every time.
Therefore, Jiang Ningyue didn't want Zhao Jing to go. After all, the attack had frightened her enough. After returning home, Zhao Jing even saw a psychiatrist for a long time.
"It's okay, leader."
Zhao Jing said with a determined look, "I'm ready. Don't worry, I won't hold you back."
Jiang Ningyue stared at Zhao Jing for a few seconds, noticed her serious expression, and nodded, "Okay then."
In the afternoon, at the International Development Agency, all 182 members of the rescue team were present. Jiang Ningyue delivered a speech. The content was very simple, that is, while saving people, one must protect one's own life and property.
That evening, we arrived at the Capital Airport and prepared to depart.
However, at 18:24 on February 6th, capital time (13:24 on February 6th, local time), another 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Ottoman! The focal depth was 20 kilometers, and the epicenter was located at 38.00 degrees north latitude and 37.15 degrees east longitude.
On the same day, less than half a day apart, there were two consecutive magnitude 7 earthquakes, the second one was even a magnitude 7.8.
This cast a shadow over the hearts of most members of the rescue team.
After all, it's not in China, it's just a foreign country. Is it really worth risking your life for a group of foreigners?
Jiang Ningyue said calmly: "Anyone who wants to leave can leave at any time."
This is not sarcasm, Jiang Ningyue really thinks so.
But in the end, no one left. If you left at this time, wouldn’t it mean that you are timid?
What's more, Jiang Ningyue, a leader and a young woman, dared to go, so why shouldn't they be afraid?
After hearing the news, Commissioner Qian personally called Jiang Ningyue and said, "Xiao Jiang, the situation in Osman is a bit chaotic right now. You shouldn't get involved in this matter. Let the professionals handle it."
"Leader, don't worry, I will protect my safety."
Jiang Ningyue smiled and said, "Heroes are revealed in times of crisis. The more the whole world retreats, the more precious our strong support becomes."
After hearing this, Commissioner Qian was quite moved. "You have such perseverance and courage. You will succeed in everything you do. I look forward to your good news when you return."
"Don't worry."
After Jiang Ningyue hung up the phone, she smiled and looked at the people whispering in the lounge, "Is there anyone else who wants to quit? If not, let's get ready to leave!"
182 people, including staff from Xinhua News Agency, CCTV and other agencies, and 8 search and rescue dogs took a group photo at the airport and boarded a plane loaded with supplies, departing from the Capital Airport and flying directly to the southern Ottoman city of Adana.
At 20:02 Beijing time, 15:02 local time, another 5.9 magnitude earthquake struck Ottoman.
At 0:35 a.m. local time on February 7, the rescue team arrived at Adana Airport.
The Chinese rescue team was the first to arrive after receiving the Ottoman request.
In order to express gratitude and attention to China, Ottoman ministerial leaders personally welcomed them at the airport, and the TV station broadcast and filmed the entire process live.
Jiang Ningyue communicated with the Chinese ambassador to Ottoman Empire and the local minister of Ottoman Empire, and the accompanying professionals analyzed the current earthquake situation.
Afterwards, there was a short break.
Jiang Ningyue and her team set out for the Ottoman disaster area at 7 a.m., carrying rescue equipment such as life detectors, steel bar quick breakers, cutting machines, and impact drills.
After arriving at the disaster area, Jiang Ningyue was unable to express her feelings in words. The scene was devastated.
Everywhere you look, there are broken walls and ruins.
The local average temperature is 2℃, and many places have just snowed.
Heavy snow buried the ruins, making rescue work more difficult.
If rescue had not been carried out in time, the number of Ottoman citizens killed would be incalculable.
According to the latest news from the Ottoman Empire, the latest statistics show that the earthquake caused 2,379 deaths, 14,483 injuries, and 4,748 buildings destroyed in the Ottoman Empire.
However, this is just the tip of the iceberg.
Although the Ottoman Empire dispatched more than 20,000 people for rescue, it was still a drop in the bucket for the disaster area.
After communicating with the local search and rescue team, Jiang Ningyue immediately arranged for the team to start the rescue.
While rescuing people, Jiang Ningyue did not forget the publicity mission. She bought a special live broadcast mobile phone through the system and broadcast live on platforms such as Douyin and YouTube.
The title is: [Chinese rescue team in the Ottoman disaster area.]
The Ottoman earthquake is now a major international news, and countless people flocked to the live broadcast as soon as it started.
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