Chinanews, February 23, a comprehensive report, February 22, 2021, is the 10th anniversary of the Christchurch (Christchurch) earthquake in New Zealand, which claimed 185 lives.
On the same day, New Zealand Prime Minister Ardern paid tribute to the victims of the earthquake, and New Zealand also observed a one-minute silence.
According to reports, on the 22nd, thousands of people gathered in Christchurch on the South Island of New Zealand to attend the commemoration ceremony and observed a one-minute silence at 12:51 local time when the earthquake occurred that year.
Ardern said in a speech that it was the moment to change this 400,000 people town. "The meaning of death and injury is very significant. There are many things reminding us every day, making it more difficult for us to survive, such as broken sights, aftershocks, and struggles. His relatives, friends and neighbors, as well as children with scars deep in their hearts." "Ten years have passed, but there are still people living in the shadow of that day."
She said: “This has been an extremely difficult decade for this city, even unbelievable. But looking at the next ten years, I see hope, energy and optimism. I also know that Christchurch is now It is the best and most promising city in New Zealand."
In addition, Ardern also thanked the staff who participated in the earthquake rescue.
On February 22, 2011, a 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck Christchurch, New Zealand, causing heavy casualties in the country. There are still a large number of buildings in dilapidated buildings that cannot be rebuilt.