FAW Donates RMB 20 Million to Aid Earthquake Relief in Gansu and Qinghai
FAW Group has donated approximately RMB 20 million (about $2.8 million) to support earthquake relief efforts in Gansu and Qinghai provinces after a 6.2-magnitude quake struck Jishishan county.
- RMB 20 million (approx. $2.8 million)
- 6.2
- over 100
What Happened
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck Jishishan county in Gansu province, causing over 100 deaths and building collapses. In response, FAW Group allocated funds and materials totaling approximately RMB 20 million (about $2.8 million) to support relief and recovery efforts, working with its sub-brands Hongqi, Jiefang, Bestune, FAW-Volkswagen, and FAW Toyota.
RMB 20 million
Approximately $2.8 million USD allocated for earthquake relief and post-disaster recovery.
- Hongqi
- Jiefang
- Bestune
- FAW-Volkswagen
- FAW Toyota
Why this matters
This donation highlights the role of major corporations in disaster response, demonstrating how automakers like FAW contribute to community recovery efforts.
Terms in This Story
- FAW (First Automobile Works)
- China's oldest and largest automotive group, founded in 1953, manufacturing passenger cars, trucks, and buses.
- RMB (Renminbi)
- The official currency of the People's Republic of China.
- Sub-brand
- A brand owned and operated by a larger parent company, often targeting a specific market segment.
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