No Chinese peacekeepers injured in Mali   

中国赴马里维和部队遭火箭弹袭击等70余起无伤亡

我第二批赴马里维和部队自全面部署到位以来，先后经历火箭弹袭击、车辆抵近侦查、不明身份人员渗透试探等突发事件70余起。由于思想高度重视，采取有效举措，全体官兵无一人伤亡。 [查看全文]

(ECNS) - No Chinese peacekeepers in Mali have been injured during more than 70 emergencies, including rocket attacks and suspicious intrusions, the PLA Daily reported on Sunday.

China sent its second batch of 245 officers and soldiers to Mali on a peacekeeping mission in Jan 2014. Since assuming duties in September, they have experienced more than 70 emergencies.

The absence of casualties is due to a high security alert and effective measures, despite increasing violence and a worsening situation, a military official said.

The peacekeepers in Mali frequently conduct defense drills and hold regular meetings to improve security and emergency capabilities, according to the newspaper.

The team, which will be stationed for eight months, is tasked with repairing roads and bridges, airport runways and facilities at camps; safeguarding the security of mission headquarters; and providing medical treatment and epidemic prevention.

"Our own safety is not the purpose, and our ultimate aim is to ensure regional security. It is ok to endure some hardships while contributing to the peace," said Guan Tairan, one of the peacekeepers.