China Commits $137 Million in Earthquake Relief Aid to Myanmar

The 7.7-magnitude earthquake, one of the strongest to hit Myanmar in a century, claimed 3,645 lives, destroyed buildings, flattened entire communities, and left thousands in urgent need of food, clean water, shelter, and medical assistance.

In a statement released on Thursday, the Chinese embassy said the aid package would include essential supplies such as food, medicine, and prefabricated housing. Additionally, funds will be allocated to support medical teams, epidemic prevention measures, and expert disaster assessment groups.

As part of its immediate response, Beijing deployed first-responder units comprising medical personnel, earthquake specialists, field hospital staff, and search-and-rescue dogs to assist in relief operations on the ground.

According to the embassy, more than 30 Chinese rescue teams have been dispatched to Myanmar since the disaster struck. China has also pledged to take part in post-disaster needs assessments and contribute to long-term reconstruction efforts.

The Chinese Red Cross Society has separately provided financial aid of 1.5 million yuan ($206,000) to support relief work.

China’s official search-and-rescue team concluded its mission and departed Myanmar on April 9, the embassy confirmed.