CHONGQING (CQNEWS) -- The countdown to 2020 has begun. We have witnessed and made history in Chongqing in 2020. For instance, we have fought against COVID-19, suffered from floods seldom seen in history, promoted the construction of the economic circle in Chengdu-Chongqing region, and lifted 1,919 poor villages out of poverty... Looking back on this year, from the beginning, you will find that those ups and downs, happiness and sorrow and all the experiences and emotions have been recorded by camera and become indelible memories.

Heroes in harm’s way in 2020: On January 26, because of the outbreak of COVID-19, people had to suspend work, while medical workers did not hesitate to “reverse” and fight against COVID-19. The first batch of Chongqing Medical Team Supporting Hubei went to Xiaogan, Hubei. Yang Li (left) and her best friend Yang Fangli encouraged each other before leaving.

Responsibility in 2020: Doctors Cui Yong (left) and Huang Xia (right) checked patients’ condition and cheered them on in COVID-19 Intensive Isolation Ward at Baian Branch of Chongqing Three Gorges Central Hospital on February 3.

Hope in 2020: A train passed by blooming plums at CRT Fotuguan Station in Yuzhong District on February 29. In the warm and blooming spring, the haze of the epidemic was slowly fading, and the trumpet for resuming work and production was sounding with all strength.

Cherishing in 2020: At Baian Branch of Chongqing Three Gorges Central Hospital, on February 5, a COVID-19 confirmed patient hugged with his family and wept as he was discharged from the hospital after a long separation.

Safety in 2020: On April 11, at the dissolution ceremony of Chongqing Medical Team Supporting Xiaogan at Shapingba District, the heroine of Chongqing finally returned safely, and was moved by such two words as “going home”.

Fighting in 2020: On April 20, the Senior Grade 3 of Chongqing went back to school. This year’s students in Senior Grade 3 had the most special test-preparation experience. In Class 9, Senior Grade 3 of Chongqing International Studies School, students shouted “Fighting!” for the new semester.

Leisure in 2020: On May 17, the beach along the Yangtze River in Jiangbeizui attracted residents to play and rest during this year’s dry season when water levels were lower than usual. The beach is also nicknamed as Chongqing’s “Maldives”.

Anticipation in 2020: On July 7, namely the first day of National College Entrance Examination 2020, parents waited for their children to leave the exam hall of Chongqing No. 18 Middle School in Jiangbei District. Sharp edge of a sword comes out from grinding, and plum blossom’s fragrance comes from the bitter cold.

Reunion in 2020: On July 21, after 179 days, Chongqing movie fans came to cinema again. At UME (Beicheng Paradise Walk Store), it was a different experience for movie fans to wear a mask while watching a movie at a spacing of a seat.

Moving in 2020: On August 20, “Flood 2 of the Jialing River in 2020” and “Flood 5 of the Yangtze River in 2020” passed the downtown areas of Chongqing. Chongqing firstly launched the level I flood control emergency response, and the whole city mobilized and acted quickly to devote to flood control and relief work. Firefighters in their assault boats rescued a child trapped in a hotel on Nanbin Road.

Sweat in 2020: On August 21, with the passing of the Jialing River flood peak, floodwater in Chongqing’s downtown areas began to recede. At Ciqikou Ancient Town, firefighters were using water cannons to clear silt and the whole city worked together to rebuild after the disaster.

Wisdom in 2020: On September 15, 2020 Smart China Expo Online opened at Chongqing Lijia Wisdom Park. XR technology was also used to create an immersive visual experience for visitors. What visitors saw was not only a plot similar to a science fiction film, but also a wonderful dream of future life.

Great love in 2020: On October 7, a band composed of five organ recipients was practicing for the next day’s concert at Shancheng Quyichang in Jiefangbei, Yuzhong District. It was a special concert in which five recipients helped an expat named Philip fulfill his band dream. It was also a life-extending concert: as Chongqing’s first foreign organ donor, Philip brought the five recipients back to life.

Environmental protection in 2020: On November 4, Chaotianmen received a group of special “visitors” - black-headed gulls who flew as far as Siberia, attracting onlookers. The arrival of black-headed gulls also indicated the remarkable achievements in ecological and environmental comprehensive management in Chongqing in recent years.

Cooperation in 2020: On November 7, when the evening lights were lit on Nanbin Road, the closing ceremony of the 6th China Poetry Festival has come to a successful conclusion. This Festival was the first national cultural tourism program jointly held by Sichuan and Chongqing since the construction of Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle.

Say goodbye to 2020, and hello to 2021: Chongqing continued alleviating poverty in 2020. Up to now, Chongqing has lifted 14 national poverty alleviation and development key districts and counties, 4 municipal poverty alleviation and development key districts and counties, and 1,919 poor villages out of poverty. Poverty alleviation is not a destination, but a start for a new life and a new struggle. (Translated by Liu Hongyan, Fathom Language Limited)