Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for urgent medical care and accountability following a tragic car ramming incident in Zhuhai City, Guangdong Province. The crash, which occurred Monday at a local sports center, left 35 dead and 43 severely injured – one of the deadliest such incidents in recent years.
Xi, also general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, emphasized ‘severe legal punishment’ for the perpetrator while urging authorities to ‘strengthen risk prevention’ and address social disputes proactively. Premier Li Qiang echoed these sentiments, demanding swift investigations and coordinated efforts to ensure public safety.
As central authorities dispatch a special team to oversee the case, the tragedy sparks renewed discussions about urban safety measures. ‘This is about protecting lives first,’ said one Weibo user, reflecting public sentiment as vigils emerge across Chinese social media.
While details about the driver’s motives remain unclear, officials stress this incident won’t derail China’s broader stability goals. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
‘This is about protecting lives first,’ said one Weibo user, reflecting public sentiment as vigils emerge across Chinese social media.
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