(Observation of the Two Sessions) Overseas Chinese: China's measures to protect overseas Chinese bring "the warmth of home"
China News Service, Beijing, March 8 (Reporter Wu Kan) At the press conference of the Fifth Session of the 13th National People's Congress held on the 7th, Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi introduced this year's The Ministry of Foreign Affairs continued to implement new measures for the purpose of "diplomacy for the people".
At 3:00 p.m. on March 7, the Fifth Session of the 13th National People's Congress held a press conference in the press conference hall of the Great Hall of the People, inviting State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi to answer questions from Chinese and foreign journalists on issues related to "China's foreign policy and foreign relations" .
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The first is to build a "smart consular platform" and launch more "finger-tip" service projects; the second is to build an "overseas safe China system" to strengthen overseas security risk early warning; the third is to launch a "healthy and smooth travel plan" to create an upgraded version of Chinese and foreign "Fast lane" for personnel exchanges.
Overseas Chinese believe that these measures are practical and effective, directly hit the pain point, bring convenience and also bring "peace of mind".
Wang Xinghua, president of the Turkish Izmir Overseas Chinese Association, said that under the influence of multiple factors such as global epidemics, natural disasters, political turmoil, and military conflicts, the overseas security environment has become more complicated, and it is time to build an "overseas safe China system".
"I believe that under the better risk warning mechanism and security construction, the safety and health of overseas compatriots will be more strongly guaranteed."
Jin Guozhong, chairman of the Longcheng Overseas Chinese General Chamber of Commerce in Dubai, UAE, said that the launch of this series of measures to benefit overseas Chinese has given the majority of overseas Chinese a reassurance, making everyone less panic and more practical during the epidemic. The launch of the "Consular Platform" and the "Healthy Travel Plan" provides more convenience for safe travel under the epidemic.
Yang Jun, vice president of Australia-China Television Media, said that after the launch of the "Chinese Consular APP" last year, overseas Chinese have realized the online business of applying for passports and travel documents. Under the epidemic, this method of handling is healthier and safer, reducing the risk of cross-infection. Hope With the launch of more "on-the-cloud" service projects, this digital, all-weather consular service can be further improved.
"Traveling under the epidemic has always been a major problem in the lives of overseas Chinese. After the Chinese version of the 'International Travel Health Certificate' was launched, it has facilitated the cross-border inspection of the health code and provided a solid guarantee for the overseas Chinese to travel the world." Chinese-European Culture Ma Wenjun, chairman of the Arts and Sports Association, said that he looked forward to the launch of the enhanced version of the "International Travel Health Certificate" to make international travel safer and more convenient.
Chen Jianxin, chairman of the Spanish Overseas Chinese Association, said that last year's "Chunmiao Action" built a "firewall" for the health of overseas Chinese, international travel health certificates facilitated orderly personnel exchanges, and the realization of "cloud services" for overseas consulates allows overseas Chinese to reach them directly with one click Embassies and consulates abroad.
"I hope this year's new measures to protect overseas Chinese will continue to escort everyone's life and travel, and keep the warmth of home with overseas Chinese." (End)