Chongqing- At the time of the COVID-19 outbreak, Hungary was the first country to provide medical aid to the Chinese government and was the first country in Europe to reach out to China. Hungary's Nodra and China`s Guizhou are sister provinces, Nodra provided medical assistance to Guizhou at the beginning of the outbreak. All the officers of the Consulate General of Hungary in Chongqing specially recorded a video on the Internet in support of China's efforts over the epidemic. iChongqing has conducted an exclusive interview with Dióssi Lóránd, Hungary Consul General in Chongqing during the COVID-19 epidemic.
“We admire the efforts made by the Chinese government to fight against the epidemic, and only China can control the epidemic so well,” Mr. Lóránd said. Since the COVID-19 outbreak, Mr. Lóránd has witnessed the ability, perseverance and determination of the Chongqing Municipal Party Committee and Municipal Government in the prevention and control of the epidemic. “I have personally experienced the help and support of the Chongqing Municipal Government and the Chongqing Foreign Affairs Office for the normal operation of the consulate, and care for the health of consular officials. We sincerely thank you for this!” he stated. Deputy Mayor Li Bo and Director Zhang Yongwu of the Municipal Foreign Affairs Office visited the consulates in Chongqing and exchanged opinions on the prevention and control of the epidemic situation; timely delivered protective materials such as masks, disinfectants, and thermometers; and held information conference on epidemic prevention and control for the consulate in Chongqing; the Chongqing Foreign Affairs Office established the WeChat group and release relevant information in a timely manner to quickly communicate and respond to the concerns of the Consulates.
“All these efforts make us feel safe. We are willing to understand, cooperate and support the epidemic prevention and control work in Chongqing. We believe that Chongqing will win the epidemic prevention and control fight very soon! I wish the people of Chongqing be happy and healthy!” Mr. Lóránd said.
Hungarian people held flags to show their supports for China
Mr. Lóránd introduced that the Consulate General of Hungary in Chongqing has been working during the Chinese New Year and the outbreak. “We hope to further promote Hungary-China cooperation and exchanges with practical actions. Our consulate will also continue to carry out cultural activities in Budapest Spring and Autumn this year, although the specific time depends on the epidemic situation.” thus, epidemic will not stop communication and exchange on culture and business between China and Hungary, in addition, Consulate General of Hungary in Chongqing will still actively participate in large-scale exhibitions organized by the Chongqing Municipal Government to promote exchanges and cooperation between Hungary and China.