Chinese naval hospital ship arrives in Kingston, Jamaica for friendly visit, medical aid

The Chinese Navy's hospital ship "Silk Road Ark" arrived in Jamaica's capital Kingston on Monday for a 3-day friendly visit, during which the Chinese medics had provided free medical services to locals.

Staff members from the Chinese Embassy in Jamaica, representatives of Chinese institutions, and the Chinese community in the country welcomed the ship at the pier. Jamaica's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Minister of Health and Wellness, and the Mayor of Kingston boarded the vessel for a tour.

The ship was in Montego Bay, Jamaica, on December 4 to deliver medical assistance to people affected by Hurricane Melissa, which caused casualties and significant property damage along the country's southwestern coast and put tremendous pressure on the local medical system.

Since arriving in Montego Bay, the Chinese medics have provided clinical service to around 2,000 patients and performed 267 surgeries.

At the request of the Jamaican side, the Chinese hospital ship is scheduled to visit three ports in Jamaica -- Montego Bay, Kingston and Falmouth -- over its 12-day mission in the country, providing medical services to local residents.

Chinese naval hospital ship arrives in Kingston, Jamaica for friendly visit, medical aid

Although nighttime temperatures have dropped to around minus 30 degrees Celsius in China's northernmost city Mohe, the cold has not stopped visitors from embracing the magic of winter nights.

As darkness falls, Beiji Village glows under colorful lights that bring snow sculptures to life in vivid hues. Tourists gather in the square to dance together and capture romantic fireworks on camera, turning the frigid evening into a lively celebration.

"It's wonderful. Even though it's minus 30 degrees Celsius, everyone is dancing with great enthusiasm, and it is warm. There are so many fun activities here. The snow sculptures are adorable and beautiful," said Qin Xue, a visitor.

To cater to skiing enthusiasts, local resorts have opened night skiing for the first time this year, adding new slopes to extend the thrill after sunset.

Indoors, live band performances gave travelers a warm place to relax, rounding out Mohe's growing menu of nighttime attractions.

Mohe lights up winter nights with skiing, dancing, snow sculptures