China Sends Medical Supplies To Malaysia To Help Fight COVID-19
Flags with both countries and the words 'Berat Sama Dipikul, Ringan Sama Dijinjing' was seen on the boxes.
By Tamara Jayne — 20 Mar 2020, 12:16 PM
In an effort to help Malaysia during this time, China sent its first batch of medical supplies to Sungai Buloh Hospital yesterday, 19 March
China's Embassy in Malaysia shared photos on Facebook of the supplies as they were transported to the hospital.
Flags of both countries with the words 'Berat Sama Dipikul, Ringan Sama Dijinjing' could be seen on the boxes that were transported by lorry to the hospital
"Action without delay! The first batch of medical materials from China Embassy is on the way to Sungai Buloh Hospital," the Facebook post read.
The post has received over 9,700 shares, as Malaysians praised China for their kind gesture.
"Thank you to the Government of China. Malaysia really needs your support in terms of products and equipment at these critical times," wrote Facebook user Hashim Mydin.
Another commented, "Thank you China for your gifts to the world and your thoughtful, inspirational expressions in local languages e.g. 'bukit sama di daki', 'we are of the same wave', etc. We stand with you in thoughts and prayers as we end COVID-19," Mee-Wah Tan wrote.
China has seen a great reduction in COVID-19 cases, after successfully taking several steps to contain the virus.
However, other countries like Italy, US, and Malaysia are now dealing with an increasing number of cases daily.
Aside from sending aid to Malaysia, China has donated coronavirus testing kits to Cambodia, sent medical supplies like masks, ventilators, and even their own doctors to Italy, France, Iran, and Iraq.
According to The Guardian, the country has also pledged to help the Philippines, Spain, and other nations with the COVID-19 outbreak.
Last week, 12 March, a team of medical staff left for Italy with 30 tonnes worth of medical supplies
"In this moment of great stress, of great difficulty, we are relieved to have this arrival of supplies. It is true that it will help only temporarily, but it is still important," said the head of the Italian Red Cross, Francesco Rocca, according to Reuters.
As of today, 20 March, it has been reported that Italy's death tolls have surpassed China's numbers.
