SCIO: Olympic torch relay will not be interrupted for earthquake relief

Bloomberg News reporter asked: "What is your reaction to the following matter? In the past few days, many Chinese netizens have called for providing as much help as possible for those who were injured or died in the earthquake. Some Internet users suggested that China suspend the current torch relay and use the torch relay fund to help victims of the earthquake. Can you provide us with some information on this aspect?"

Guo Wei min, director general of the press bureau of the information office of the state council said: "I think this issue is not entirely related to earthquake relief, because the torch relay is an event in the process of hosting the Olympic Games. I think some activities are continuous. But I think, whether it is the Chinese government or the Chinese people, we will do our utmost to devote all our efforts to helping the disaster-affected people. "