Coronavirus: China reports zero deaths over past day
China has reported no coronavirus deaths over the past day, in a sign the worst of the outbreak is over for the country.
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China’s Wuhan, source of coronavirus, lifts final restrictions
Wuhan, the Chinese metropolis at the origin of the current coronavirus pandemic, is due this week to lift the final restrictions after more than two and a half months of stringent lockdown.
Read More China holds three minutes of silence for Covid-19 victims
China held three minutes of silence during Tomb Sweeping Day on Saturday for people who have died in the coronavirus outbreak.
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We will earmark $23.5m to help Iran combat coronavirus – Japan
The government of Japan says it plans to earmark 2.5 billion yen (23.5 million dollars) to Iran to support Tehran’s efforts in the fight against the coronavirus outbreak, Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu said on Tuesday.
Read More Coronavirus: China earmarks $15.6bn for prevention
Chinese governments at various levels have allocated a total of 15.58 billion dollars (108.75 billion yuan) as special funds from March 2 to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus epidemic, an official said on Tuesday.
Read More South Korea coronavirus infections top 2000, case rate slows in China
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in South Korea has climbed to more than 2000, according to figures released on Friday.
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China reaffirms commitment to protect Nigerian students, other foreign nationals
Amb. Zhuo Pingjian, Ambassador of China to Nigeria, on Tuesday reaffirmed the country’s commitment to ensure the well-being of Nigerian students and other foreign nationals in China.
Read More China coronavirus deaths reach 811, surpasses SARS death toll
The number of deaths from the new coronavirus has risen to 811 in mainland China, the country’s National Health Commission said on Sunday.
Read More China scientists identify pangolin as possible coronavirus host
Chinese researchers said on Friday that the coronavirus outbreak in China could have spread from bats to humans through the illegal trafficking of pangolins.
Read More Investors erase $393 billion from China’s benchmark stock index over fear of Coronavirus
Investors erased $393 billion from China’s benchmark stock index on Monday, sold the yuan and dumped commodities as fears about the spreading coronavirus and its economic impact drove selling on the first day of trade in China since the Lunar New Year.
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