China Overseas Press, February 25. According to the website of the Chinese Consulate General in Melbourne, on the evening of February 21, Melbourne ’s National Gallery, City Hall, Royal Exhibition Centre, Art Centre, Flinders Train Station and many other places The landmark buildings also light up the red and yellow lights symbolizing the color of the Chinese flag, support the Chinese community, and cheer for the Chinese people's fight against the new crown virus epidemic.
This is part of a "Stronger Together" campaign recently launched by Governor Andrews of Victoria. At the event's launch ceremony, Governor Andrews said, "At this challenging time, we share our common interests." Victoria's Minister for Multicultural Affairs Wien said "the only way to meet the challenge is to empathize and understand each other." "We are concerned about the Chinese people at this difficult time," said Martin Pakula, Victoria's Minister for Employment, Innovation and Trade.
The red and yellow lights highlight the Melbourne night sky, conveying the firm conviction and warm power of the Victorian Government and the Chinese government and people to unite and work together to fight the epidemic. According to the event plan, the Victorian Government will also support China's fight against the epidemic through round tables with Chinese community leaders, banquets for Chinese community and Chinese business personnel and international students, and promotion of Chinese contribution stories, and encourage local Chinese communities.