On August 27, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Lin Jian presided over a regular press conference. A Reuters reporter asked a question. The spokesperson just said that the Chinese side is still verifying a large amount of information on foreigners involved in the disaster. Can you explain the situation of these foreigners? Are they tourists or people working on projects along the border? Lin Jian said, “Currently, according to our initial knowledge, there are tourists and pilgrims among the relevant personnel. Other relevant information I just mentioned. Affected by the disaster situation, the specific information is still being further verified.”

Zhitongcaijing · 3d ago
On August 27, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Lin Jian presided over a regular press conference. A Reuters reporter asked a question. The spokesperson just said that the Chinese side is still verifying a large amount of information on foreigners involved in the disaster. Can you explain the situation of these foreigners? Are they tourists or people working on projects along the border? Lin Jian said, “Currently, according to our initial knowledge, there are tourists and pilgrims among the relevant personnel. Other relevant information I just mentioned. Affected by the disaster situation, the specific information is still being further verified.”