Mainland China Expresses Sympathy for Typhoon Danas Victims in Taiwan

The Chinese mainland has expressed sympathy for those affected by Typhoon Danas in Taiwan, which resulted in casualties and financial losses. A spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office conveyed condolences to the bereaved families and hoped that those affected would return to normal life and work soon. The typhoon made landfall in Taiwan late Sunday night and exited to sea early Monday morning, leaving two dead and hundreds injured.

Typhoon Danas, which made landfall in Taiwan late Sunday night, has resulted in significant casualties and financial losses, with the Chinese mainland expressing sympathy for the affected population. The typhoon, which weakened to a tropical storm as it moved into the Taiwan Strait, left two dead and hundreds injured [1][2][3].

The typhoon brought heavy winds and torrential rains, causing widespread power outages and infrastructure damage. More than 580,000 households were left without electricity, and schools and offices were closed across southern and central parts of Taiwan [1][2][3]. The storm also caused flooding and landslides, leading to the evacuation of over 3,400 people from mountainous areas around the southern port city of Kaohsiung [1][2][3].

The economic impact of Typhoon Danas is yet to be fully assessed, but initial estimates suggest that the storm could cause billions of New Taiwan Dollars (NTD) in damage to property and infrastructure. The typhoon has disrupted supply chains and transportation networks, affecting businesses and industries across the island. The tourism sector, which is a significant contributor to Taiwan's economy, has also been impacted, with thousands of tourists stranded on Taiwan's outlying islands due to the cancellations of ferry services and flights [1][2][3].

The Chinese mainland has offered assistance to Taiwan in the form of emergency supplies and aid, with the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office expressing condolences to the bereaved families and hoping that those affected would return to normal life and work soon [1][2][3]. The Taiwanese government is currently assessing the damage and coordinating emergency response efforts to stabilize consumer prices and expedite recovery efforts [3].

The typhoon's impact on Taiwan's economy and financial markets is expected to be short-term, with the government and businesses working to restore normal operations as quickly as possible. The typhoon season in Taiwan typically peaks between July and October, and the island is well-prepared to handle such events. However, the economic impact of Typhoon Danas serves as a reminder of the potential risks associated with natural disasters and the importance of preparedness and resilience.

References:
[1] https://www.business-standard.com/world-news/typhoon-danas-crosses-taiwan-killing-2-injuring-over-300-125070700304_1.html
[2] https://apnews.com/article/typhoon-danas-taiwan-china-evacuations-eb1f40650deeb5e1431abcc049f504e8
[3] https://focustaiwan.tw/society/202507070008