Premier Chen sends off a rescue team to aid earthquake relief in Turkey

Photo by

Huang Ching-heng

Date

2023.02.07

Filming location

Terminal 2, Taoyuan International Airport

Source

Executive Yuan

Description

At Taoyuan International Airport, Premier Chen Chien-jen sends off a search and rescue team dispatched by Taiwan to assist international humanitarian aid operations in Turkey. After a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Turkey on February 6, 2023, Taiwan showed its full support in assisting the Turkish government with disaster relief and the resettlement of victims. As a member of the international community, Taiwan is willing to help all nations across the globe, and each member of the rescue team is a testament to Taiwan’s values of compassion and bravery.