According to reports, China's coronavirus cases surged to 3,424 on Thursday which was the highest in the last three months.

China's state-run Global Times reported there were 2,810 asymptomatic cases and 614 confirmed COVID-19 cases as experts said the virus surge was driven by the Omicron variant.

Most virus cases are now being reported in Hainan province. Shanghai was hit with a virus wave a few months ago leading to a strict lockdown of the financial hub. The Chinese newspaper quoting an expert said Hainan was suffering due to insufficient nucleic acid testing.

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China was hit with the Delta variant last year as authorities moved to lockdown several cities. China has stuck to its "zero Covid" policy while locking down factories and manufacturing units with only a few cases leading to supply chain disruption.

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Global Times in its report said makeshift hospitals have been set up in Hainan with officials pointing out that virus cases have shown a "continuous decline". The report claimed the epidemic is being fuelled due to people coming from other areas across the country. The state newspapers highlighted that Xining city witnessed four new asymptomatic cases among people who had travelled to Xizang in Tibet.

The virus has also spread to east China's Fujian province with at least 28 new COVID-19 cases being reported. The report added three counties&nbsp;reported COVID-19 cases with travelling history including in Qinghai and Shanghai.

The report said "spillover cases" have&nbsp;been increasing with summer travel reaching its peak as authorities seek to ramp up testing. Global Times said the resurgence in COVID-19 cases had dwelt a blow to the tourism industry in Xizang, Xinjiang and Hainan.

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According to reports, China's coronavirus cases surged to 3,424 on Thursday which was the highest in the last three months. China's state-run Global Times reported there were 2,810 asymptomatic cases and 614 confirmed COVID-19 cases as experts said the virus surge was driven by the Omicron variant.

According to reports, China's coronavirus cases surged to 3,424 on Thursday which was the highest in the last three months. China's state-run Global Times reported there were 2,810 asymptomatic cases and 614 confirmed COVID-19 cases as experts said the virus surge was driven by the Omicron variant. Most virus cases are now being reported in Hainan province. Shanghai was hit with a virus wave a few months ago leading to a strict lockdown of the financial hub. The Chinese newspaper quoting an expert said Hainan was suffering due to insufficient nucleic acid testing. Also Read: China blocks trading points citing Covid-19, Nepal traders suffer losses China was hit with the Delta variant last year as authorities moved to lockdown several cities. China has stuck to its "zero Covid" policy while locking down factories and manufacturing units with only a few cases leading to supply chain disruption. Watch: China bans importing seafood from Taiwan, cites COVID-19 as a reason Global Times in its report said makeshift hospitals have been set up in Hainan with officials pointing out that virus cases have shown a "continuous decline". The report claimed the epidemic is being fuelled due to people coming from other areas across the country. The state newspapers highlighted that Xining city witnessed four new asymptomatic cases among people who had travelled to Xizang in Tibet. The virus has also spread to east China's Fujian province with at least 28 new COVID-19 cases being reported. The report added three counties reported COVID-19 cases with travelling history including in Qinghai and Shanghai. The report said "spillover cases" have been increasing with summer travel reaching its peak as authorities seek to ramp up testing. Global Times said the resurgence in COVID-19 cases had dwelt a blow to the tourism industry in Xizang, Xinjiang and Hainan. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

China reports highest COVID-19 cases in three months driven by Omicron variant

World Health Organisation(WHO) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said China's "zero Covid" stategy is not "sustainable".

"When we talk about the zero Covid strategy, we don't think that it's sustainable, considering the behaviour of the virus now and what we anticipate in the future," the WHO chief said.

China has been grappling with a virus surge in Bejing even as it battles lockdown in its financial hub Shanghai.&nbsp;

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Tedros informed that the WHO had spoken to Chinese officials on the Covid zero strategy while stressing on "shift" in approach.

WHO emergencies director Michael Ryan had spoken about a "balance" in control measures to ensure&nbsp;impact on society and the economy is taken into account.

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China began conducting mass testing in capital Beijing as authorities closed subway stations and offices and asked people to work remotely.

Health officials have ordered Beijing residents not to leave the city while stressing on negative virus tests to enter public places including offices and supermarkets.

Schools, gyms and entertainment centres in Beijing have also been closed down. China's financial hub Shanghai has been hit by the Omicron wave with over 500 people reportedly dead in the new surge even as the city grapples with food shortage and several rounds of testing.

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World Health Organisation(WHO) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said China's "zero Covid" stategy is not "sustainable". "When we talk about the zero Covid strategy, we don't think that it's sustainable, considering the behaviour of the virus now and what we anticipate in the future," the WHO chief said.

World Health Organisation(WHO) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said China's "zero Covid" stategy is not "sustainable". "When we talk about the zero Covid strategy, we don't think that it's sustainable, considering the behaviour of the virus now and what we anticipate in the future," the WHO chief said. China has been grappling with a virus surge in Bejing even as it battles lockdown in its financial hub Shanghai. Also Read: Child in China survives 66 days 'home alone' amid strict coronavirus lockdowns Tedros informed that the WHO had spoken to Chinese officials on the Covid zero strategy while stressing on "shift" in approach. WHO emergencies director Michael Ryan had spoken about a "balance" in control measures to ensure impact on society and the economy is taken into account. Watch: No end to COVID-19 woes in China’s capital city of Beijing China began conducting mass testing in capital Beijing as authorities closed subway stations and offices and asked people to work remotely. Health officials have ordered Beijing residents not to leave the city while stressing on negative virus tests to enter public places including offices and supermarkets. Schools, gyms and entertainment centres in Beijing have also been closed down. China's financial hub Shanghai has been hit by the Omicron wave with over 500 people reportedly dead in the new surge even as the city grapples with food shortage and several rounds of testing. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Don't think China's 'zero Covid' strategy is sustainable: WHO

Bejing authorities on Saturday launched another round of mass COVID-19 testing as China's capital grapples with the virus.

Officials have shut more metro stations and buses even as Shanghai residents continue to remain under lockdown for over a month.

Chaoyang district in Beijing has emerged as the epicentre of the virus with authorities conducting daily testing in the area which also houses embassies and offices.

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China has been hit by a virus surge not seen since the pandemic hit the country in early 2020. Reports claim at least 60 subway stations have been shut in the nation's capital with dining-in services in restaurants banned in several districts.

On Friday, Beijing reported &nbsp;45 new symptomatic cases even as authorities announced Asian Games to be held in Hangzhou in September has been postponed.

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Hangzhou is located near Shanghai which has been in lockdown due to surging coronavirus cases. China has also postponed the World University Games.

People in Beijing have been asked to work remotely even as authorities have stuck to the "Covid Zero" policy of undertaking mass testing and lockdowns.

Shanghai was hit with a food crisis after a sudden lockdown was announced. The people celebrated Labour Day holiday amid large scale testing as authorities sought to close public places and shut down gyms with several cities reportedly under partial lockdown.

China was hit with the Delta variant in September last year however the Omicron variant began affecting the population in January as the country hosted the Winter Olympics in February.

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Bejing authorities on Saturday launched another round of mass COVID-19 testing as China's capital grapples with the virus. Officials have shut more metro stations and buses even as Shanghai residents continue to remain under lockdown for over a month.

Bejing authorities on Saturday launched another round of mass COVID-19 testing as China's capital grapples with the virus. Officials have shut more metro stations and buses even as Shanghai residents continue to remain under lockdown for over a month. Chaoyang district in Beijing has emerged as the epicentre of the virus with authorities conducting daily testing in the area which also houses embassies and offices. Also Read: Beijing halts public transport amid Covid outbreak in China China has been hit by a virus surge not seen since the pandemic hit the country in early 2020. Reports claim at least 60 subway stations have been shut in the nation's capital with dining-in services in restaurants banned in several districts. On Friday, Beijing reported 45 new symptomatic cases even as authorities announced Asian Games to be held in Hangzhou in September has been postponed. Watch: China struggles to contain COVID-19 surge Hangzhou is located near Shanghai which has been in lockdown due to surging coronavirus cases. China has also postponed the World University Games. People in Beijing have been asked to work remotely even as authorities have stuck to the "Covid Zero" policy of undertaking mass testing and lockdowns. Shanghai was hit with a food crisis after a sudden lockdown was announced. The people celebrated Labour Day holiday amid large scale testing as authorities sought to close public places and shut down gyms with several cities reportedly under partial lockdown. China was hit with the Delta variant in September last year however the Omicron variant began affecting the population in January as the country hosted the Winter Olympics in February. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Beijing starts new COVID-19 mass testing; more metro stations closed

As China battles the virus, state-run Global Times said Beijing will be suspending performance in entertainment venues including city tours and internet cafes during the May Day holidays.

The May Day holidays begin on Saturday as authorities in the capital said cinemas will be closed from April 30 to May 4.

The Chinese newspaper reported that nucleic acid test&nbsp;has to be taken by residents to stay in hotels amid tight supervision announced by authorities.

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The city reported 34 new COVID-19 cases on Friday after health officials conducted nucleic acid tests in eleven districts in the capital.&nbsp;

The authorities had expanded testing with Beijing after the city reported&nbsp;increased COVID-19 cases. China has stuck to its "Covid zero" strategy while shutting down cities which have reported a few virus cases.

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On Thursday, Chinese officials suspended flights in Guangzhou after a suspected case was detected in the airport. The country has been grappling with the Omicron wave with Shanghai being the worst-hit city.&nbsp;

Shanghai has been under lockdown for weeks amid food shortage as authorities have undertaken several rounds of virus testing even though virus curbs are being partially lifted.

Reports claim China has put several cities under partial lockdown amid virus flare-ups. The curbs have hit supply chain in Shanghai with goods piling up in warehouses amid a shortage of truckers.

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As China battles the virus, state-run Global Times said Beijing will be suspending performance in entertainment venues including city tours and internet cafes during the May Day holidays.

As China battles the virus, state-run Global Times said Beijing will be suspending performance in entertainment venues including city tours and internet cafes during the May Day holidays. The May Day holidays begin on Saturday as authorities in the capital said cinemas will be closed from April 30 to May 4. The Chinese newspaper reported that nucleic acid test has to be taken by residents to stay in hotels amid tight supervision announced by authorities. Also Read: Beijing steps up Covid screening to avoid Shanghai-like fate The city reported 34 new COVID-19 cases on Friday after health officials conducted nucleic acid tests in eleven districts in the capital. The authorities had expanded testing with Beijing after the city reported increased COVID-19 cases. China has stuck to its "Covid zero" strategy while shutting down cities which have reported a few virus cases. Watch: Beijing commuters upset with restrictions On Thursday, Chinese officials suspended flights in Guangzhou after a suspected case was detected in the airport. The country has been grappling with the Omicron wave with Shanghai being the worst-hit city. Shanghai has been under lockdown for weeks amid food shortage as authorities have undertaken several rounds of virus testing even though virus curbs are being partially lifted. Reports claim China has put several cities under partial lockdown amid virus flare-ups. The curbs have hit supply chain in Shanghai with goods piling up in warehouses amid a shortage of truckers. (With inputs from Agencies) Watch WION Live Here

Amid COVID-19 surge, Beijing imposes new restrictions during May Day holidays

As China grapples with the pandemic in Shanghai, state-run Global Times reported that schools in Beijing have&nbsp;recorded one-third of total coronavirus cases in the capital city.

The Chinese daily added that health authorities had begun nucleic acid testing among students and faculty in a bid to combat the virus.

Beijing reported 46 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday with 138 coronavirus cases reported in six days in eight districts.

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The authorities had earlier begun mass testing in areas affected by the virus. The report added that at least 14 students were affected with the virus in Beijing's Chaoyang district including in Tongzhou with 46 students being infected with the virus so far.

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The Chinese newspaper added that 36 COVID-19 cases were reported from a single school in Beijing's Chaoyang district which has become the epicentre of the virus.

Reports claim authorities in Beijing have decided to launch mass testing among all residents amid fears of a Shanghai-like lockdown due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases.

There were cases of panic buying reported in the capital as authorities began to ramp up testing in the capital as residents feared a lockdown could be announced abruptly like Shanghai earlier.

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As China grapples with the pandemic in Shanghai, state-run Global Times reported that schools in Beijing have recorded one-third of total coronavirus cases in the capital city.

As China grapples with the pandemic in Shanghai, state-run Global Times reported that schools in Beijing have recorded one-third of total coronavirus cases in the capital city. The Chinese daily added that health authorities had begun nucleic acid testing among students and faculty in a bid to combat the virus. Beijing reported 46 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday with 138 coronavirus cases reported in six days in eight districts. Also Read: Mass testing underway in Beijing, COVID-19 clusters detected in Shanghai construction sites The authorities had earlier begun mass testing in areas affected by the virus. The report added that at least 14 students were affected with the virus in Beijing's Chaoyang district including in Tongzhou with 46 students being infected with the virus so far. Watch: Lockdown fears spark panic buying in Beijing The Chinese newspaper added that 36 COVID-19 cases were reported from a single school in Beijing's Chaoyang district which has become the epicentre of the virus. Reports claim authorities in Beijing have decided to launch mass testing among all residents amid fears of a Shanghai-like lockdown due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases. There were cases of panic buying reported in the capital as authorities began to ramp up testing in the capital as residents feared a lockdown could be announced abruptly like Shanghai earlier. (With inputs from Agencies) Watch WION LIVE Here

Schools in Beijing report surge in COVID-19 cases: Report

As Shanghai continues to battle the virus, China's Guangzhou city cancelled flights and launched mass testing after reporting just one suspected coronavirus case.

China's major trading hub announced millions would be tested after detecting a suspected case in the airport.

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The Communist nation has stuck to its "Covid zero" shutting off cities even after reporting just a few virus cases. Health officials in the country are now worried after Shanghai quickly became the epicentre of the virus and has been under lockdown for weeks.

Chinese health officials asked over 12 million residents in Shanghai to get tested every 48 hours as the city battles the virus.

Watch:&nbsp;Mandatory mass testing enters third&nbsp;day in Beijing

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Reports claim some restrictions have been lifted in Shanghai with new COVID-19 being detected in quarantined quarters.

As the virus cases surge, Beijing has also been put under the mass testing programme as reports claimed school students were being infected with the virus with the capital Chaoyang district becoming the new epicentre.

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As Shanghai continues to battle the virus, China's Guangzhou city cancelled flights and launched mass testing after reporting just one suspected coronavirus case.

As Shanghai continues to battle the virus, China's Guangzhou city cancelled flights and launched mass testing after reporting just one suspected coronavirus case. China's major trading hub announced millions would be tested after detecting a suspected case in the airport. Also Read: Schools in Beijing report surge in COVID-19 cases The Communist nation has stuck to its "Covid zero" shutting off cities even after reporting just a few virus cases. Health officials in the country are now worried after Shanghai quickly became the epicentre of the virus and has been under lockdown for weeks. Chinese health officials asked over 12 million residents in Shanghai to get tested every 48 hours as the city battles the virus. Watch: Mandatory mass testing enters third day in Beijing Reports claim some restrictions have been lifted in Shanghai with new COVID-19 being detected in quarantined quarters. As the virus cases surge, Beijing has also been put under the mass testing programme as reports claimed school students were being infected with the virus with the capital Chaoyang district becoming the new epicentre. (With inputs from Agencies) Watch WION LIVE Here

China's Guangzhou city orders flight cancellation, mass testing after suspected COVID-19 case

As China kicks off the Winter Olympics on Friday, state-run Global Times reported that the Omicron variant has spread to more cities after a resurgence in Hangzhou.

Chinese officials are concerned over the spread of the virus to new areas ahead of the Spring Festival as Hangzhou detected 30 new domestically transmitted Omicron variant cases.

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The virus has now spread to Anshun in Southwest China's Guizhou, the Chinese daily said adding that Huanggang in central China's Hubei has also been affected as officials battle against Omicron flare-ups.

The Chinese newspaper quoting experts reported that the latest outbreak occurred after migrant workers returned home for the spring festival with several put on "collective quarantine".

The authorities have put new measures in place including seven days of "collective quarantine" and seven days of home quarantine while also ordering nucleic acid tests.

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China has been following the "zero Covid" policy, however, it has witnessed a surge in coronavirus since September last year with the Delta variant spreading rapidly. However, in recent weeks the Omicron variant has increasingly worried health officials.

As the Winter Olympics begins in Beijing, at least 21 new coronavirus COVID-19 infections were detected among Winter Olympic personnel. Winter Olympics officials said an Australian athlete was isolated with every official being repeatedly tested.

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China had put large population in several cities under lockdown after the Delta variant began spreading last year. The health officials have also been conducting mass testing in areas witnessing with local COVID-19 flareups while closing down neighbourhoods.

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As China kicks off the Winter Olympics on Friday, state-run Global Times reported that the Omicron variant has spread to more cities after a resurgence in Hangzhou.

As China kicks off the Winter Olympics on Friday, state-run Global Times reported that the Omicron variant has spread to more cities after a resurgence in Hangzhou. Chinese officials are concerned over the spread of the virus to new areas ahead of the Spring Festival as Hangzhou detected 30 new domestically transmitted Omicron variant cases. Also Read: Chinese researchers claim to have discovered a 'godsend' antibody that can defeat Omicron The virus has now spread to Anshun in Southwest China's Guizhou, the Chinese daily said adding that Huanggang in central China's Hubei has also been affected as officials battle against Omicron flare-ups. The Chinese newspaper quoting experts reported that the latest outbreak occurred after migrant workers returned home for the spring festival with several put on "collective quarantine". The authorities have put new measures in place including seven days of "collective quarantine" and seven days of home quarantine while also ordering nucleic acid tests. Watch: China's Olympics bubble turns virus hotspot China has been following the "zero Covid" policy, however, it has witnessed a surge in coronavirus since September last year with the Delta variant spreading rapidly. However, in recent weeks the Omicron variant has increasingly worried health officials. As the Winter Olympics begins in Beijing, at least 21 new coronavirus COVID-19 infections were detected among Winter Olympic personnel. Winter Olympics officials said an Australian athlete was isolated with every official being repeatedly tested. Also Read: AstraZeneca China summoned over suspected fraud China had put large population in several cities under lockdown after the Delta variant began spreading last year. The health officials have also been conducting mass testing in areas witnessing with local COVID-19 flareups while closing down neighbourhoods. (With inputs from Agencies)

Ahead of spring festival, China battles Omicron variant surge in cities

As China battles the virus, Chinese authorities moved to close down communities in Beijing's neighbouring city&nbsp;Sanhe in Hebei province, reports said.

China's state-run Global Times said capital Beijing reported eight new coronavirus cases. The Chinese daily said bus services were suspended in Sanhe as local communities with suspected virus cases were put under lockdown.

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China's newspaper said 75 new coronavirus cases were detected with six Omicron and 69 Delta variant cases. The report added that COVID-19 cases had spilled over to four provinces.

Beijing is set to host the Winter Olympics next month with officials worried over rising coronavirus cases in the Chinese capital.

The Delta variant is reportedly still the dominant strain in Beijing with new cases detected in a cold-chain storage facility.

China has been following a "zero Covid" policy, however, the International Monetary Fund(IMF)&nbsp;on Wednesday said its anti-Covid policies had led to a slowdown in the economy amid worldwide global supply change disruption.

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The IMF urged China to "recalibrate" its policy, however, the Chinese foreign ministry said the country has adopted "scientific, comprehensive and effective prevention and control measures" against the virus.

China has been grappling with the Delta wave since mid-September last year with several cities put under severe restrictions amid mass testing of people.&nbsp;

Chinese authorities have moved to impose harsh measures to combat the virus in port cities including in manufacturing centres while slowing down the local economy.

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As China battles the virus, Chinese authorities moved to close down communities in Beijing's neighbouring city Sanhe in Hebei province, reports said. China's state-run Global Times said capital Beijing reported eight new coronavirus cases.

As China battles the virus, Chinese authorities moved to close down communities in Beijing's neighbouring city Sanhe in Hebei province, reports said. China's state-run Global Times said capital Beijing reported eight new coronavirus cases. The Chinese daily said bus services were suspended in Sanhe as local communities with suspected virus cases were put under lockdown. Also Read: China records two-year high in Covid cases weeks before Winter Olympics China's newspaper said 75 new coronavirus cases were detected with six Omicron and 69 Delta variant cases. The report added that COVID-19 cases had spilled over to four provinces. Beijing is set to host the Winter Olympics next month with officials worried over rising coronavirus cases in the Chinese capital. The Delta variant is reportedly still the dominant strain in Beijing with new cases detected in a cold-chain storage facility. China has been following a "zero Covid" policy, however, the International Monetary Fund(IMF) on Wednesday said its anti-Covid policies had led to a slowdown in the economy amid worldwide global supply change disruption. Also Read: China warns about pollution ahead of Beijing 2022; COVID curbs eased The IMF urged China to "recalibrate" its policy, however, the Chinese foreign ministry said the country has adopted "scientific, comprehensive and effective prevention and control measures" against the virus. China has been grappling with the Delta wave since mid-September last year with several cities put under severe restrictions amid mass testing of people. Chinese authorities have moved to impose harsh measures to combat the virus in port cities including in manufacturing centres while slowing down the local economy. (With inputs from Agencies)

Amid Delta outbreak, Chinese authorities lock down communities near Beijing's neighbouring city

Amid surge in coronavirus cases, reports say Chinese authorities have told workers to not travel&nbsp;home for Lunar New Year.

The authorities had issued a similar order last year as China was hit with COVID-19 cases.

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Reports claim China's Zhejiang province has witnessed a surge in coronavirus cases including locally transmitted cases. Coronavirus cases have also been detected in Inner Mongolia as the country continues to battle the virus.

Reports claim Chinese companies have suspended production in Zhejiang province after the government imposed curbs. The province had detected just one COVID-19 case last month however in the past month with several news cases reported this month.

Amid the coronavirus cases, reports claimed China reported the first Omicron case in the country. The case was reportedly detected in China's northern port city of Tianjin. The person had reportedly travelled overseas.

The country has witnessed a surge in cases for the past three months even as it prepares to host the Winter Olympics in February next year.&nbsp;China's foreign ministry had declared earlier that the Omicron variant may "lead to challenges linked to prevention and control" with the impending Winter Games set to take place.

Chinese media reports said authorities may allow only fully vaccinated spectators to enter the stadium, however, they may not be allowed altogether if the virus situation gets worse.

On Sunday, the country reported 80 new locally transmitted cases. China had earlier locked down cities bordering Russia amid rise in cases. The country's capital Beijing was also put under restriction as new COVID-19 were detected.

According to Chinese health officials over 1 billion people have been vaccinated so far.

(With inputs from Agencies)

Amid surge in coronavirus cases, reports say Chinese authorities have told workers to not travel home for Lunar New Year. The authorities had issued a similar order last year as China was hit with COVID-19 cases.

Amid surge in coronavirus cases, reports say Chinese authorities have told workers to not travel home for Lunar New Year. The authorities had issued a similar order last year as China was hit with COVID-19 cases. Also Read: China reports cases of a new, more transmissible Delta strain, 'sub-lineage AY.4' Reports claim China's Zhejiang province has witnessed a surge in coronavirus cases including locally transmitted cases. Coronavirus cases have also been detected in Inner Mongolia as the country continues to battle the virus. Reports claim Chinese companies have suspended production in Zhejiang province after the government imposed curbs. The province had detected just one COVID-19 case last month however in the past month with several news cases reported this month. Amid the coronavirus cases, reports claimed China reported the first Omicron case in the country. The case was reportedly detected in China's northern port city of Tianjin. The person had reportedly travelled overseas. The country has witnessed a surge in cases for the past three months even as it prepares to host the Winter Olympics in February next year. China's foreign ministry had declared earlier that the Omicron variant may "lead to challenges linked to prevention and control" with the impending Winter Games set to take place. Chinese media reports said authorities may allow only fully vaccinated spectators to enter the stadium, however, they may not be allowed altogether if the virus situation gets worse. On Sunday, the country reported 80 new locally transmitted cases. China had earlier locked down cities bordering Russia amid rise in cases. The country's capital Beijing was also put under restriction as new COVID-19 were detected. According to Chinese health officials over 1 billion people have been vaccinated so far. (With inputs from Agencies)

China on alert amid COVID-19 surge as Lunar New Year approaches

According to China's Center for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC), the "flawed US-style" virus prevention measures could lead to "630,000 positive cases daily".

China's state-run Global Times quoting the CDC reported the health agency had published a report in which it claimed it ran"real-world pandemic scenario" in the US, UK, Israel, Spain and France while trying to find out if similar measures could be adopted in China.

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The Chinese daily said the scientists found that the country is not ready to follow "open-up strategies" based on the hope of "herd immunity" through vaccines.

The study said, "more efficient vaccinations or more specific treatment" was needed, and a combination of both "entry-exit quarantine"&nbsp;and other measures should be applied before coronavirus prevention measures can be lifted.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-concerns-of-food-security-grain-prices-rise-in-china-432316">Also Read:&nbsp;Amid concerns of food security, grain prices rise in China</a>

China has experienced a surge in virus cases for the past two months with several cities put under lockdown. It has also restricted domestic air travel in areas affected by the virus while ramping up testing.&nbsp;

Chinese authorities this week cancelled flights and shut schools after three coronavirus cases were detected in Shanghai.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/first-time-since-covid-lockdowns-chinas-carbon-emissions-fall-report-431932">Also Read:&nbsp;First time since Covid lockdowns, China's carbon emissions fall</a>

China's capital Beijing too was put under restriction amid local surges as the city prepares to host the Winter Olympics in February next year.

Despite COVID-19 cases being detected, China has insisted it will continue to follow the "zero Covid" strategy as the country continues to battle against the virus.

(With inputs from Agencies)

According to China's Center for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC), the "flawed US-style" virus prevention measures could lead to "630,000 positive cases daily".

According to China's Center for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC), the "flawed US-style" virus prevention measures could lead to "630,000 positive cases daily". China's state-run Global Times quoting the CDC reported the health agency had published a report in which it claimed it ran"real-world pandemic scenario" in the US, UK, Israel, Spain and France while trying to find out if similar measures could be adopted in China. Also Read: China has vaccinated over 75% of its population amid a surge in cases The Chinese daily said the scientists found that the country is not ready to follow "open-up strategies" based on the hope of "herd immunity" through vaccines. The study said, "more efficient vaccinations or more specific treatment" was needed, and a combination of both "entry-exit quarantine" and other measures should be applied before coronavirus prevention measures can be lifted. Also Read: Amid concerns of food security, grain prices rise in China China has experienced a surge in virus cases for the past two months with several cities put under lockdown. It has also restricted domestic air travel in areas affected by the virus while ramping up testing. Chinese authorities this week cancelled flights and shut schools after three coronavirus cases were detected in Shanghai. Also Read: First time since Covid lockdowns, China's carbon emissions fall China's capital Beijing too was put under restriction amid local surges as the city prepares to host the Winter Olympics in February next year. Despite COVID-19 cases being detected, China has insisted it will continue to follow the "zero Covid" strategy as the country continues to battle against the virus. (With inputs from Agencies)

China's CDC says there would 630,000 daily COVID-19 cases if it follows 'US-style' method

According to a Chinese official, the coronavirus resurgence in China has entered its final stage.&nbsp;China's National Health Commission (NHC) reported 17 new COVID-19 cases in the country on Saturday showing a dip in the number of cases from a day earlier.

The NHC informed that health authorities had given vaccine doses to over 76 per cent of the population. Reports claim&nbsp;over 1 billion people have&nbsp;received both doses in the country. The health agency said over 65 million people have also received booster doses.

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Health officials in China have imposed strict restrictions with the country set to host the Winter Olympics in February. Flight passengers in Beijing have to show negative virus test results with restrictions imposed in regions where the virus has been surging.

Reports claimed three athletes were detected with the virus as they arrived for training for the winter games. Chinese officials have also restricted the number of venues for the games in an attempt to keep virus cases at bay.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-coronavirus-flareups-surge-in-provinces-429245">Also Read:&nbsp;China's coronavirus 'flareups' surge in provinces</a>

Earlier, officials had closed malls and undertaken lockdown measures as areas in China's capital showed coronavirus flareups. People and staff inside the malls were not allowed to leave as health workers conducted tests amid strict monitoring of visitors.

China's eastern region of Qingdao had earlier witnessed an outbreak. Chinese officials have been touting the "zero Covid" strategy amid a steep rise in the past few months in various provinces.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-birth-rate-fell-below-1-in-2020-lowest-in-43-years-430907">Also Read:&nbsp;China's birth rate fell below 1% in 2020; lowest in 43 years</a>

Several areas in the country have been put under lockdown as cluster outbreaks were reported in towns. The country witnessed virus cases in areas neighbouring Russia as strict COVID-19 rules were put in place including flight restrictions and train cancellation.

(With inputs from Agencies)

According to a Chinese official, the coronavirus resurgence in China has entered its final stage. China's National Health Commission (NHC) reported 17 new COVID-19 cases in the country on Saturday showing a dip in the number of cases from a day earlier.

According to a Chinese official, the coronavirus resurgence in China has entered its final stage. China's National Health Commission (NHC) reported 17 new COVID-19 cases in the country on Saturday showing a dip in the number of cases from a day earlier. The NHC informed that health authorities had given vaccine doses to over 76 per cent of the population. Reports claim over 1 billion people have received both doses in the country. The health agency said over 65 million people have also received booster doses. Also Read: China puts restrictions on kids' clothing company after alleged COVID risk Health officials in China have imposed strict restrictions with the country set to host the Winter Olympics in February. Flight passengers in Beijing have to show negative virus test results with restrictions imposed in regions where the virus has been surging. Reports claimed three athletes were detected with the virus as they arrived for training for the winter games. Chinese officials have also restricted the number of venues for the games in an attempt to keep virus cases at bay. Also Read: China's coronavirus 'flareups' surge in provinces Earlier, officials had closed malls and undertaken lockdown measures as areas in China's capital showed coronavirus flareups. People and staff inside the malls were not allowed to leave as health workers conducted tests amid strict monitoring of visitors. China's eastern region of Qingdao had earlier witnessed an outbreak. Chinese officials have been touting the "zero Covid" strategy amid a steep rise in the past few months in various provinces. Also Read: China's birth rate fell below 1% in 2020; lowest in 43 years Several areas in the country have been put under lockdown as cluster outbreaks were reported in towns. The country witnessed virus cases in areas neighbouring Russia as strict COVID-19 rules were put in place including flight restrictions and train cancellation. (With inputs from Agencies)

Virus resurgence in final stage, claims Chinese health official

China recorded the highest daily COVID-19 cases in its current wave with 124 new locally transmitted <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-cases-reach-record-high-in-us-as-fauci-fears-another-variant-403287">coronavirus</a> cases.

The health authorities&nbsp;said at least 80 cases were locally transmitted which was more than 62 recorded a day earlier.

Eastern Jiangsu province reported a surge in virus cases with new infections reported in Yangzhou. On Wednesday, authorities had reported 85 new cases nationwide&nbsp;down from 96 a day earlier but the number of cases increased on Thursday.

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Chinese authorities have curbed overseas travel for citizens in order to combat the virus with stay-at-home orders in places in some cities.

China's vice premier Sun Chunlan said the virus spread remained uncertain while exhorting officials to fight the virus vigorously.

The country has reported at least 500 new coronavirus cases since mid-July as lockdowns have been ordered in several cities across the country.

Nanjing's Jiangsu province has become the epicentre of the virus. The authorities have tested Nanjing residents three times while ordering gyms and cinemas to close as testing has been ramped up on a mass scale.&nbsp;

Shanghai also reported new cases as the Delta variant continues to surge in the country.&nbsp;

Health officials recently tested the entire population of Wuhan where the virus first emerged in 2019 as the city reported new cases in over a year.

China's capital Beijing also reported three new virus cases on Wednesday.&nbsp;

China has so far recorded 93,498 coronavirus cases since last year with the death toll reaching 4,636. The virus cases continued to surge worldwide surpassing 200 million as vaccination drive in several countries continues to lag behind.

The World Health Organization(WHO) has called for booster doses to be slowed down in order to allow countries with low vaccinations to be fully inoculated.

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said: "We need an urgent reversal, from the majority of vaccines going to high-income countries, to the majority going to low-income countries."

The US government said it plans to go ahead with booster doses for those with low immunity as Germany, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/naftali-bennett-says-israel-doing-world-a-great-service-with-covid-booster-shots-403283">Israel </a>and France have already begun their booster dose campaign.

(With inputs from Agencies)

 
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China recorded the highest daily COVID-19 cases in its current wave with 124 new locally transmitted coronavirus cases. The health authorities said at least 80 cases were locally transmitted which was more than 62 recorded a day earlier.

China recorded the highest daily COVID-19 cases in its current wave with 124 new locally transmitted coronavirus cases. The health authorities said at least 80 cases were locally transmitted which was more than 62 recorded a day earlier. Eastern Jiangsu province reported a surge in virus cases with new infections reported in Yangzhou. On Wednesday, authorities had reported 85 new cases nationwide down from 96 a day earlier but the number of cases increased on Thursday. Watch: Chinese authorities have curbed overseas travel for citizens in order to combat the virus with stay-at-home orders in places in some cities. China's vice premier Sun Chunlan said the virus spread remained uncertain while exhorting officials to fight the virus vigorously. The country has reported at least 500 new coronavirus cases since mid-July as lockdowns have been ordered in several cities across the country. Nanjing's Jiangsu province has become the epicentre of the virus. The authorities have tested Nanjing residents three times while ordering gyms and cinemas to close as testing has been ramped up on a mass scale. Shanghai also reported new cases as the Delta variant continues to surge in the country. Health officials recently tested the entire population of Wuhan where the virus first emerged in 2019 as the city reported new cases in over a year. China's capital Beijing also reported three new virus cases on Wednesday. China has so far recorded 93,498 coronavirus cases since last year with the death toll reaching 4,636. The virus cases continued to surge worldwide surpassing 200 million as vaccination drive in several countries continues to lag behind. The World Health Organization(WHO) has called for booster doses to be slowed down in order to allow countries with low vaccinations to be fully inoculated. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said: "We need an urgent reversal, from the majority of vaccines going to high-income countries, to the majority going to low-income countries." The US government said it plans to go ahead with booster doses for those with low immunity as Germany, Israel and France have already begun their booster dose campaign. (With inputs from Agencies)

China records highest daily COVID-19 cases in current outbreak

The highly transmissible <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-faces-worst-covid-19-outbreak-since-wuhan-surge-of-delta-variant-in-15-cities-401972">Delta</a> variant continues to spread in China as the country reported 96 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday registering an increase of six cases compared to Tuesday.

The health authorities said 71 new locally transmitted COVID-19 cases were detected in&nbsp;the country as officials battle&nbsp;with a surge in cases.

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Reports say China has ramped up its vaccination drive in schools incoulating children aged 12 to 17 to contain the Delta varient.

Chinese authorities ramped up testing&nbsp;to a record high amid the rise in cases with contact tracing undertaken on a mass scale. The country has reported at least 500 domestic cases since mid-July worrying health officials.

Authorities in Wuhan launched a testing campaign on Tuesday covering the entire 11 million population. The city which was the epicentre of the virus last year recorded the first local infections in over a year this week as nucleic acid testing was launched for all residents.

The authorities in Wuhan had declared that virus cases was found among migrant workers in the city.

Officials in Nanjing which is believed to be the new hotspot has become the focal point for authorities with testing carried out among the entire population&nbsp;as authorities moved to quickly shut down&nbsp;gyms, cinemas and residential areas to combat the virus.

People in Nanjing were not allowed to leave the city after virus cases were detected during a theatre performance.

Chinese officials have locked down several areas in the country as the virus continues to spread and closed airports restricting travel in the country as summer peaks.

Millions of people in cities have been confined to their homes by officials as mass-testing program has been unleashed across the country.

(With inputs from Agencies) 
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The highly transmissible Delta variant continues to spread in China as the country reported 96 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday registering an increase of six cases compared to Tuesday.

The highly transmissible Delta variant continues to spread in China as the country reported 96 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday registering an increase of six cases compared to Tuesday. The health authorities said 71 new locally transmitted COVID-19 cases were detected in the country as officials battle with a surge in cases. Watch: Reports say China has ramped up its vaccination drive in schools incoulating children aged 12 to 17 to contain the Delta varient. Chinese authorities ramped up testing to a record high amid the rise in cases with contact tracing undertaken on a mass scale. The country has reported at least 500 domestic cases since mid-July worrying health officials. Authorities in Wuhan launched a testing campaign on Tuesday covering the entire 11 million population. The city which was the epicentre of the virus last year recorded the first local infections in over a year this week as nucleic acid testing was launched for all residents. The authorities in Wuhan had declared that virus cases was found among migrant workers in the city. Officials in Nanjing which is believed to be the new hotspot has become the focal point for authorities with testing carried out among the entire population as authorities moved to quickly shut down gyms, cinemas and residential areas to combat the virus. People in Nanjing were not allowed to leave the city after virus cases were detected during a theatre performance. Chinese officials have locked down several areas in the country as the virus continues to spread and closed airports restricting travel in the country as summer peaks. Millions of people in cities have been confined to their homes by officials as mass-testing program has been unleashed across the country. (With inputs from Agencies)

China expands vaccinating drive among school kids to contain virus surge

At least eight provinces recorded new <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/florida-breaks-covid-19-hospitalisation-record-as-cases-surge-402390">coronavirus</a> cases in China as areas in Xiamen, located in China's Fujian province reported 55 new locally transmitted cases.

The highly transferrable Delta variant has reached over 20 cities in China with a cluster detected in Wuhan linked to the train station.

Authorities have begun testing on a mass scale across major cities including Beijing with at least 1.2 million residents to be placed under strict lockdown for the next three days in Zhuzhou in Hunan province.

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In Zhangjiajie, authorities placed lockdown restrictions last week amid a surge in coronavirus cases as Beijing blocked tourists from entering the capital.

The officials are reportedly trying to track down thousands who attended a theatre festival in Zhangjiajie which authorities say reportedly began as travellers came from Nanjing.

Authorities in the Chinese capital have been allowing only essential travellers to leave the city. National health authorities said new cases were detected in Henan province worrying officials as 12 new COVID-19 cases were reported.&nbsp;

The local Zhuzhou government described the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pain-and-suffering-in-future-fauci-warns-us-against-covid-surge-402281">COVID-19</a> situation as "grim" and "complicated" even as Nanjing reporting fresh cases. Nanjing airport in eastern Jiangsu province had witnessed a surge in cases last month as officials ramped up testing.

According to authorities, 93,005 infections has been reported since the pandemic began in China last year with 22 imported COVID-19 cases reported from overseas in the past days.

China has reported 284 coronavirus cases in the past ten days across 14 provinces and municipalities with most cases reportedly originating from the eastern city of Nanjing.

Authorities have moved to put curbs on travel and banned tourist sites as summer travel peaks in the country.

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At least eight provinces recorded new coronavirus cases in China as areas in Xiamen, located in China's Fujian province reported 55 new locally transmitted cases.

At least eight provinces recorded new coronavirus cases in China as areas in Xiamen, located in China's Fujian province reported 55 new locally transmitted cases. The highly transferrable Delta variant has reached over 20 cities in China with a cluster detected in Wuhan linked to the train station. Authorities have begun testing on a mass scale across major cities including Beijing with at least 1.2 million residents to be placed under strict lockdown for the next three days in Zhuzhou in Hunan province. Watch: In Zhangjiajie, authorities placed lockdown restrictions last week amid a surge in coronavirus cases as Beijing blocked tourists from entering the capital. The officials are reportedly trying to track down thousands who attended a theatre festival in Zhangjiajie which authorities say reportedly began as travellers came from Nanjing. Authorities in the Chinese capital have been allowing only essential travellers to leave the city. National health authorities said new cases were detected in Henan province worrying officials as 12 new COVID-19 cases were reported. The local Zhuzhou government described the COVID-19 situation as "grim" and "complicated" even as Nanjing reporting fresh cases. Nanjing airport in eastern Jiangsu province had witnessed a surge in cases last month as officials ramped up testing. According to authorities, 93,005 infections has been reported since the pandemic began in China last year with 22 imported COVID-19 cases reported from overseas in the past days. China has reported 284 coronavirus cases in the past ten days across 14 provinces and municipalities with most cases reportedly originating from the eastern city of Nanjing. Authorities have moved to put curbs on travel and banned tourist sites as summer travel peaks in the country. (With inputs from Agencies)

Chinese provinces face lockdown amid rise in Delta virus cases

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-reports-over-100-coronavirus-cases-for-seventh-consecutive-day-357618">Beijing</a> residents have been banned from leaving the capital after the UK virus strain was found in the city.

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Two cases linked to the new <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-coronavirus-strain-detected-in-at-least-60-countries-who-357907">UK strain</a> was detected in Bejing's Daxing district. The UK strain is believed to be 70 per cent more transferable than the earlier version.

Residents in Daxing area have been barred from leaving Beijing unless they get special permission from authorities and get a negative test result.

The local Daxing government said meetings of 50 or more people in the area has been banned with weddings postponed and funerals simplified. Schools have also been shut with students asked to study from home.

China has witnessed a surge in coronavirus cases, especially in the past week in the country's northeastern. China reported 103 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, including seven from Beijing with neighbouring Hebei province recording new cases. It is the worst outbreak recorded in the country since March last year.

Amid a surge in virus cases, Chinese authorities are planning to impose strict COVID-19 testing requirements during the Lunar New Year holiday season when millions of citizens travel across the country.

Authorities have appealed people to stay home during the holiday season.

Meanwhile, authorities in Shanghai began evacuating a neighbourhood near a riverfront after officials discovered at least three new coronavirus cases on Thursday as city officials ramped up testing in an attempt to combat the virus.

Beijing residents have been banned from leaving the capital after the UK virus strain was found in the city. Watch: Two cases linked to the new UK strain was detected in Bejing's Daxing district.

Beijing residents have been banned from leaving the capital after the UK virus strain was found in the city. Watch: Two cases linked to the new UK strain was detected in Bejing's Daxing district. The UK strain is believed to be 70 per cent more transferable than the earlier version. Residents in Daxing area have been barred from leaving Beijing unless they get special permission from authorities and get a negative test result. The local Daxing government said meetings of 50 or more people in the area has been banned with weddings postponed and funerals simplified. Schools have also been shut with students asked to study from home. China has witnessed a surge in coronavirus cases, especially in the past week in the country's northeastern. China reported 103 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, including seven from Beijing with neighbouring Hebei province recording new cases. It is the worst outbreak recorded in the country since March last year. Amid a surge in virus cases, Chinese authorities are planning to impose strict COVID-19 testing requirements during the Lunar New Year holiday season when millions of citizens travel across the country. Authorities have appealed people to stay home during the holiday season. Meanwhile, authorities in Shanghai began evacuating a neighbourhood near a riverfront after officials discovered at least three new coronavirus cases on Thursday as city officials ramped up testing in an attempt to combat the virus.

China to test Lunar New Year travellers amid partial lockdown in Beijing

China on Wednesday reported 103 new <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/epidemics-livelihood-crises-worlds-biggest-risks-over-next-2-years-world-economic-forum-357714">coronavirus</a> cases with the country's northeastern Jilin province reporting 46 new cases.

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Chinese officials shut down the Bejing's subway and said they will investigate all individuals who entered the capital from abroad from December 10 amid a surge in cases.

The country had reported 118 coronavirus cases on Tuesday even as Hebei province near Beijing reported 19 new COVID-19 cases.&nbsp;

Beijing reported seven new cases as city officials tightened monitoring while minimising public gatherings and reduced passenger loads in public transport.&nbsp;

China's northeastern provinces have been the hardest-hit due to the virus with Hebei, Heilongjiang and Jilin becoming the epicentre of the virus.

In Heilongjiang province, authorities shut down gyms, coffee shops, karaoke and religious institutions amid a surge in cases.&nbsp;

Chinese officials are bracing for the Lunar New Year holiday season due to start next month with authorities appealing to citizens to avoid travel in order to contain the virus.

China has been using local measures to combat the virus. In Hebei, officials have been working on &nbsp;"one village, one policy" avoiding the "one size fits all" approach as the country witnesses 100 new outbreaks per day.

In Qiqihar in northeastern Heilongjiang province, city authorities have ordered residents to stay indoors with several housing compounds in Beijing sealed amid virus cases.

The total number of COVID-19 cases in China stands at 88,557, with the death toll at 4,635.

China on Wednesday reported 103 new coronavirus cases with the country's northeastern Jilin province reporting 46 new cases. Watch: Chinese officials shut down the Bejing's subway and said they will investigate all individuals who entered the capital from abroad from December 10 amid a surge in cases.

China on Wednesday reported 103 new coronavirus cases with the country's northeastern Jilin province reporting 46 new cases. Watch: Chinese officials shut down the Bejing's subway and said they will investigate all individuals who entered the capital from abroad from December 10 amid a surge in cases. The country had reported 118 coronavirus cases on Tuesday even as Hebei province near Beijing reported 19 new COVID-19 cases. Beijing reported seven new cases as city officials tightened monitoring while minimising public gatherings and reduced passenger loads in public transport. China's northeastern provinces have been the hardest-hit due to the virus with Hebei, Heilongjiang and Jilin becoming the epicentre of the virus. In Heilongjiang province, authorities shut down gyms, coffee shops, karaoke and religious institutions amid a surge in cases. Chinese officials are bracing for the Lunar New Year holiday season due to start next month with authorities appealing to citizens to avoid travel in order to contain the virus. China has been using local measures to combat the virus. In Hebei, officials have been working on "one village, one policy" avoiding the "one size fits all" approach as the country witnesses 100 new outbreaks per day. In Qiqihar in northeastern Heilongjiang province, city authorities have ordered residents to stay indoors with several housing compounds in Beijing sealed amid virus cases. The total number of COVID-19 cases in China stands at 88,557, with the death toll at 4,635.

Beijing imposes new restrictions amid surge in COVID-19 cases

China's northeastern province continued to witness a surge in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/virus-cases-surge-in-spain-portugal-amid-vaccination-in-europe-357602">COVID-19</a> cases as the country reported over 100 new coronavirus cases for the seventh consecutive&nbsp;day on Tuesday.

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The country recorded 118 new <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-link-between-covid-19-vaccine-and-post-inoculation-deaths-norway-357580">COVID-19</a> cases rising from 109 a day earlier as the country continues to grapple with the virus.

China's National Health Commission said there were 106 local infections with 43 <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hotels-quarantined-schools-shut-down-in-swiss-ski-resort-to-contain-covid-19-variant-357526">COVID-19</a> cases reported in the country's northeastern province of Jilin and 35 in Hebei province located near Beijing.

Heilongjiang in the north reported 27 new infections with the country's capital Beijing reporting one coronavirus case.

China will enter the Lunar holiday season next month as authorities have appealed to citizens not to travel and stay away from mass gatherings such as weddings.

The total number of confirmed coronavirus cases in China is officially put at 89,454 with the death toll remaining unchanged at 4,635.

Amid the rising number of cases, the outgoing Trump administration said Chines officials should allow WHO experts to interview "caregivers, former patients and lab workers" in Wuhan and allow access to medical data and samples.

The WHO team has been in Wuhan since January 14 to investigate the origins of the virus. The team is currently conducting teleconferences from hotel rooms during their two-week quarantine before starting work on the ground.

"The team which finally arrived last week will be, will only be successful if it is provided with the following information, currently in possession of Chinese authorities," Garrett Grigsby of the US Department of Health and Human Services, said, adding,"all studies produced in China on the presence of SARS-COVID-2 related genetic sequences and animal testing results in and around Hubei province, environmental samples from the markets and comparative analyses of genetic data and samples."

Sun Yang, director-general of China health emergency response office, said: "The virus origin studies are of a scientific nature. It needs coordination, cooperation. We must stop any political pressure."

China's northeastern province continued to witness a surge in COVID-19 cases as the country reported over 100 new coronavirus cases for the seventh consecutive day on Tuesday.

China's northeastern province continued to witness a surge in COVID-19 cases as the country reported over 100 new coronavirus cases for the seventh consecutive day on Tuesday. Watch: The country recorded 118 new COVID-19 cases rising from 109 a day earlier as the country continues to grapple with the virus. China's National Health Commission said there were 106 local infections with 43 COVID-19 cases reported in the country's northeastern province of Jilin and 35 in Hebei province located near Beijing. Heilongjiang in the north reported 27 new infections with the country's capital Beijing reporting one coronavirus case. China will enter the Lunar holiday season next month as authorities have appealed to citizens not to travel and stay away from mass gatherings such as weddings. The total number of confirmed coronavirus cases in China is officially put at 89,454 with the death toll remaining unchanged at 4,635. Amid the rising number of cases, the outgoing Trump administration said Chines officials should allow WHO experts to interview "caregivers, former patients and lab workers" in Wuhan and allow access to medical data and samples. The WHO team has been in Wuhan since January 14 to investigate the origins of the virus. The team is currently conducting teleconferences from hotel rooms during their two-week quarantine before starting work on the ground. "The team which finally arrived last week will be, will only be successful if it is provided with the following information, currently in possession of Chinese authorities," Garrett Grigsby of the US Department of Health and Human Services, said, adding,"all studies produced in China on the presence of SARS-COVID-2 related genetic sequences and animal testing results in and around Hubei province, environmental samples from the markets and comparative analyses of genetic data and samples." Sun Yang, director-general of China health emergency response office, said: "The virus origin studies are of a scientific nature. It needs coordination, cooperation. We must stop any political pressure."

China reports over 100 coronavirus cases for seventh consecutive day

China's Hebei province near Beijing recorded several new cases as authorities moved to impose travel restrictions and banned gatherings.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/impasse-over-who-virus-mission-not-just-a-visa-issue-china-says-354801">Hebei</a> recorded at least 20 locally transmitted virus cases with &nbsp;64 new asymptomatic cases. Local authorities moved to clampdown on movement with residents ordered to present negative nucleic acid COVID-19 test at least 72 hours before boarding a plane or bus.

City officials also began a massive COVID-19 testing campaign with reports indicating the last time local transmission took place in Hebei was in June last year.&nbsp;

Reports said residents had visited village events in Xiaoguozhuang, Shijiazhuang as state-run Xinhua news agency reported the provincial capital had moved to suspend train service in order to combat the fast-spreading virus.

Reports said local authorities had also locked down some villages and banned gatherings in order to prevent further spread of the virus.

Authorities had identified Gaocheng district in Shijiazhuang as a "high risk" zone, reports said.

There were also cases reported in Dalian, Liaoning province as residents were barred from leaving the city.

Beijing had begun mass vaccinations in the New Year with thousands lining up to get their jabs. China's state media reported that at least &nbsp;73,000 people in the country's capital have received the vaccine.

Health authorities had given their approval to pharma giant Sinopharm, with the company asserting that it had 79 per cent efficacy rate to fight the virus.

The country plans to vaccinate millions of citizens this winter in the run-up to Lunar New Year in mid-February.

China's Hebei province near Beijing recorded several new cases as authorities moved to impose travel restrictions and banned gatherings. Watch: Hebei recorded at least 20 locally transmitted virus cases with 64 new asymptomatic cases.

China's Hebei province near Beijing recorded several new cases as authorities moved to impose travel restrictions and banned gatherings. Watch: Hebei recorded at least 20 locally transmitted virus cases with 64 new asymptomatic cases. Local authorities moved to clampdown on movement with residents ordered to present negative nucleic acid COVID-19 test at least 72 hours before boarding a plane or bus. City officials also began a massive COVID-19 testing campaign with reports indicating the last time local transmission took place in Hebei was in June last year. Reports said residents had visited village events in Xiaoguozhuang, Shijiazhuang as state-run Xinhua news agency reported the provincial capital had moved to suspend train service in order to combat the fast-spreading virus. Reports said local authorities had also locked down some villages and banned gatherings in order to prevent further spread of the virus. Authorities had identified Gaocheng district in Shijiazhuang as a "high risk" zone, reports said. There were also cases reported in Dalian, Liaoning province as residents were barred from leaving the city. Beijing had begun mass vaccinations in the New Year with thousands lining up to get their jabs. China's state media reported that at least 73,000 people in the country's capital have received the vaccine. Health authorities had given their approval to pharma giant Sinopharm, with the company asserting that it had 79 per cent efficacy rate to fight the virus. The country plans to vaccinate millions of citizens this winter in the run-up to Lunar New Year in mid-February.

China records several coronavirus cases near Beijing; imposes new restrictions

China has imposed fresh travel bans on non-Chinese arrivals from Britain and Belgium, as it guards against a resurgence of the coronavirus by refusing entry to people from two of Europe's worst-hit nations.

Covid-19 first emerged in central China late last year, but Beijing has largely brought its own outbreak under control through tight travel restrictions and stringent health measures for anyone entering the country.

In March, as the virus ripped across the world, China shut its borders to all foreign nationals.

It gradually eased those restrictions to allow those stranded overseas to return with special permission from its embassies, negative Covid-19 tests and a two-week quarantine on arrival.

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But in a sharp reversal as the outbreak once more billows out across Europe, the Chinese embassy in the UK said Beijing had "decided to temporarily suspend entry into China by non-Chinese nationals".&nbsp;

"The suspension is a temporary response necessitated by the current situation of Covid-19," it said Wednesday.

The Chinese embassy website in Belgium announced a similar ban on travellers as a "last resort in response to the current pandemic".&nbsp;

The Chinese foreign ministry did not immediately reply to an AFP request for comment.

The UK, one of the world's hardest hit countries with nearly 48,000 deaths linked to the virus and more than one million cases, has entered a new nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of the pandemic.

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Belgium, which has the most Covid-19 cases per capita in the world, has been in lockdown since last week.

The websites of Chinese embassies in other European countries were not carrying similar notices on Thursday morning, and citizens of these countries with visas are able to travel to China, subject to conditions.

Beijing has recently tightened requirements for travellers from several countries, making entry much more difficult.

These requirements include the presentation of a health certificate from the local Chinese embassy showing the results of a nucleic acid test and an antibody test -- within 48 hours of travel.

The new rules apply to travellers from countries including France, India, Singapore, Canada, Germany, Pakistan, South Africa and the US.

The strict two-test entry requirement and short time frame have sparked complaints.

The European Chamber of Commerce in China said the measures were "a de facto ban on anyone trying to get back to their lives, work and families in China".

China has imposed fresh travel bans on non-Chinese arrivals from Britain and Belgium, as it guards against a resurgence of the coronavirus by refusing entry to people from two of Europe's worst-hit nations.

China has imposed fresh travel bans on non-Chinese arrivals from Britain and Belgium, as it guards against a resurgence of the coronavirus by refusing entry to people from two of Europe's worst-hit nations. Covid-19 first emerged in central China late last year, but Beijing has largely brought its own outbreak under control through tight travel restrictions and stringent health measures for anyone entering the country. In March, as the virus ripped across the world, China shut its borders to all foreign nationals. It gradually eased those restrictions to allow those stranded overseas to return with special permission from its embassies, negative Covid-19 tests and a two-week quarantine on arrival. Also read| Traffic jams as long as 1200 miles seen in London before coronavirus lockdown But in a sharp reversal as the outbreak once more billows out across Europe, the Chinese embassy in the UK said Beijing had "decided to temporarily suspend entry into China by non-Chinese nationals". "The suspension is a temporary response necessitated by the current situation of Covid-19," it said Wednesday. The Chinese embassy website in Belgium announced a similar ban on travellers as a "last resort in response to the current pandemic". The Chinese foreign ministry did not immediately reply to an AFP request for comment. The UK, one of the world's hardest hit countries with nearly 48,000 deaths linked to the virus and more than one million cases, has entered a new nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of the pandemic. Also read| US registers highest COVID-19 cases in 24 hours amid elections Belgium, which has the most Covid-19 cases per capita in the world, has been in lockdown since last week. The websites of Chinese embassies in other European countries were not carrying similar notices on Thursday morning, and citizens of these countries with visas are able to travel to China, subject to conditions. Beijing has recently tightened requirements for travellers from several countries, making entry much more difficult. These requirements include the presentation of a health certificate from the local Chinese embassy showing the results of a nucleic acid test and an antibody test -- within 48 hours of travel. The new rules apply to travellers from countries including France, India, Singapore, Canada, Germany, Pakistan, South Africa and the US. The strict two-test entry requirement and short time frame have sparked complaints. The European Chamber of Commerce in China said the measures were "a de facto ban on anyone trying to get back to their lives, work and families in China".

Beijing bars arrivals from UK, Belgium due to second COVID-19 waves

Starting from Saturday, Beijing will no longer make it compulsory for some residents to show a negative report of COVID-19 as a&nbsp;proof before leaving the city.

Beijing was one of the worst-affected countries by the novel coronavirus after the initial breakout of the virus in Wuhan in the beginning of the year.

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As Beijing was hit by a sudden increase in clusters, the officials in Beijing gathered all resources and started rapid testing. Around that time, in June, the officials made it compulsory for residents to show a negative test of COVID-19 before entering or exiting the capital city.

As the number of cases have again started declining,&nbsp;Pan Xuhong, spokesman of the Beijing Public Security Bureau, said that the residents who come from low-risk area will be given the concession of going through the COVID-19 test.

Residents from middle-level and high-level risk areas have been banned from travelling outside the city, as of now. A review of the decision will be done at a later date.

Beijing has reported 331 confirmed cases in the current outbreak since mid-June.

Starting from Saturday, Beijing will no longer make it compulsory for some residents to show a negative report of COVID-19 as a proof before leaving the city. Beijing was one of the worst-affected countries by the novel coronavirus after the initial breakout of the virus in Wuhan in the beginning of the year.

Starting from Saturday, Beijing will no longer make it compulsory for some residents to show a negative report of COVID-19 as a proof before leaving the city. Beijing was one of the worst-affected countries by the novel coronavirus after the initial breakout of the virus in Wuhan in the beginning of the year. Also read| COVID-19 strain in Beijing outbreak may have come from Southeast Asia: Study As Beijing was hit by a sudden increase in clusters, the officials in Beijing gathered all resources and started rapid testing. Around that time, in June, the officials made it compulsory for residents to show a negative test of COVID-19 before entering or exiting the capital city. As the number of cases have again started declining, Pan Xuhong, spokesman of the Beijing Public Security Bureau, said that the residents who come from low-risk area will be given the concession of going through the COVID-19 test. Residents from middle-level and high-level risk areas have been banned from travelling outside the city, as of now. A review of the decision will be done at a later date. Beijing has reported 331 confirmed cases in the current outbreak since mid-June.

Beijing to allow residents to leave city without COVID-19 test

The new coronavirus outbreak that has infected 256 people in Beijing since early June is "under control", officials in the Chinese capital said Wednesday, but fears still remain over the risk of community transmission.

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Deputy Director of&nbsp;China’s Ministry of Health,&nbsp;Feng Zijian, claims “the level of transmission is very low” and that the cases of people who were exposed to the Xinfadi market “are coming to an end”, reports the South China Morning Post.

Zijian, added that “the new cases of coronavirus are mainly due to the spread of those who had been exposed to the market in one way or another.

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“The outbreak in Beijing was discovered very early and strong control measures have stopped the spread of the disease,” Feng said during a televised interview reported by the Chinese newspaper.

Authorities have raced to contain the outbreak linked to the largest wholesale food market in Beijing after the first case was announced on June 11, leading to a partial lockdown of the city.

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Since the first cases were confirmed on June 11, 249 cases have been linked to Xinfadi, and the authorities have ordered the closure of schools and shopping centres, changes in public transport routes and the confinement of areas close to the new outbreak.

"The Beijing epidemic directly linked to Xinfadi (market) is basically under control, but at the same time we have discovered household and workplace cluster infections and cases of community transmission," said Beijing municipal government spokesman&nbsp;Xu Hejian at a briefing. 
 
"The prevention and control situation remains complicated, we cannot lower our guard in the slightest." Officials found that 253 out of 256 Beijing cases were linked to Xinfadi in the south of the city, while contact tracing for the remaining three&nbsp;was still ongoing. 
 
The city announced seven new cases on Wednesday, with the rate of infection slowing since the start of this week. 
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The new coronavirus outbreak that has infected 256 people in Beijing since early June is "under control", officials in the Chinese capital said Wednesday, but fears still remain over the risk of community transmission.

The new coronavirus outbreak that has infected 256 people in Beijing since early June is "under control", officials in the Chinese capital said Wednesday, but fears still remain over the risk of community transmission. Deputy Director of China’s Ministry of Health, Feng Zijian, claims “the level of transmission is very low” and that the cases of people who were exposed to the Xinfadi market “are coming to an end”, reports the South China Morning Post. Zijian, added that “the new cases of coronavirus are mainly due to the spread of those who had been exposed to the market in one way or another. Also read: Beijing's Xinfadi market in focus after virus reportedly detected on salmon chopping boards “The outbreak in Beijing was discovered very early and strong control measures have stopped the spread of the disease,” Feng said during a televised interview reported by the Chinese newspaper. Authorities have raced to contain the outbreak linked to the largest wholesale food market in Beijing after the first case was announced on June 11, leading to a partial lockdown of the city. Also read: Beijing announces wearing masks outdoors not necessary Since the first cases were confirmed on June 11, 249 cases have been linked to Xinfadi, and the authorities have ordered the closure of schools and shopping centres, changes in public transport routes and the confinement of areas close to the new outbreak. "The Beijing epidemic directly linked to Xinfadi (market) is basically under control, but at the same time we have discovered household and workplace cluster infections and cases of community transmission," said Beijing municipal government spokesman Xu Hejian at a briefing. "The prevention and control situation remains complicated, we cannot lower our guard in the slightest." Officials found that 253 out of 256 Beijing cases were linked to Xinfadi in the south of the city, while contact tracing for the remaining three was still ongoing. The city announced seven new cases on Wednesday, with the rate of infection slowing since the start of this week.

Beijing’s officials declare COVID-19 resurgence to be 'under control'

Chinese authorities have suspended imports of poultry products from a plant in the United States after it was hit by coronavirus.

The Chinese customs department said it had suspended operations after a cluster of COVID-19 was reported at the plant.

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Earlier, Chinese authorities had suspended imported of pork from a German processor Toennies after an outbreak was reported at the plant.

Tyson Inc said it was working with US authorities to ensure its food is produced in full compliance with government safety standards.

China's wet markets have come back into the spotlight after the outbreak of the virus in Beijing's Xinfadi market two weeks ago.

The virus which is believed to have first emerged from a market in Wuhan has put Chinese authorities on alert. Authorities in Beijing are now targeting food deliveries services in the capital focusing on riders to be tested as officials said all couriers in the city would be tested by next week.

The officials had earlier highlighted risk of the virus spreading through food packets in Beijing. China's capital reported 22 new cases 
of the virus on Friday as the number of COVID-19 cases rose to 200 in less than two weeks after the virus was first discovered at the Xinfadi market where salmon chopping boards were found to have traces of COVID-19.

Amid the crisis, China said it had identified a European strain of coronavirus in the Beijing outbreak, however, the World Health Organization(WHO) said more tests were needed to prove the results.

China on Monday had submitted the genome sequencing data of the Beijing outbreak with the WHO and the Global Influenza Data Initiative (GISAID). 
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Chinese authorities have suspended imports of poultry products from a plant in the United States after it was hit by coronavirus. The Chinese customs department said it had suspended operations after a cluster of COVID-19 was reported at the plant.

Chinese authorities have suspended imports of poultry products from a plant in the United States after it was hit by coronavirus. The Chinese customs department said it had suspended operations after a cluster of COVID-19 was reported at the plant. Watch: Earlier, Chinese authorities had suspended imported of pork from a German processor Toennies after an outbreak was reported at the plant. Tyson Inc said it was working with US authorities to ensure its food is produced in full compliance with government safety standards. China's wet markets have come back into the spotlight after the outbreak of the virus in Beijing's Xinfadi market two weeks ago. The virus which is believed to have first emerged from a market in Wuhan has put Chinese authorities on alert. Authorities in Beijing are now targeting food deliveries services in the capital focusing on riders to be tested as officials said all couriers in the city would be tested by next week. The officials had earlier highlighted risk of the virus spreading through food packets in Beijing. China's capital reported 22 new cases of the virus on Friday as the number of COVID-19 cases rose to 200 in less than two weeks after the virus was first discovered at the Xinfadi market where salmon chopping boards were found to have traces of COVID-19. Amid the crisis, China said it had identified a European strain of coronavirus in the Beijing outbreak, however, the World Health Organization(WHO) said more tests were needed to prove the results. China on Monday had submitted the genome sequencing data of the Beijing outbreak with the WHO and the Global Influenza Data Initiative (GISAID).

China suspends poultry products from US firm after COVID-19 outbreak

As the second outbreak of coronavirus in Beijing is registering more cases than the first one, the city officials believe they have the resources and capacity to conduct one million coronavirus tests per day.

The outbreak has happened months after the first outbreak in the city, and is registering more cases than the first one.

As the outbreak is believed to have started in the&nbsp;Xinfadi market, the officials were earlier only testing the workers and recent visitors of the market. The testing was later expanded to the neighbouring areas. However, now&nbsp;it has been expanded to include residents in many other parts of the city as well as food and parcel delivery workers.

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The outbreak happened over a week ago in the city of over 20 million, and since the new outbreak, capacity has more than doubled to more than 230,000 tests daily at 124 institutions, Gao Xiaojun, spokesman for the Beijing Health Commission, told a press briefing.

The tests are done on samples collected from multiple people in one test tube, enabling the city to get results from almost 1 million people daily.

The city is also receiving manpower from few other&nbsp;provinces including Hubei and Liaoning, who have sent about 200 people to Beijing to boost staff in laboratories.

(With inputs from Reuters)

As the second outbreak of coronavirus in Beijing is registering more cases than the first one, the city officials believe they have the resources and capacity to conduct one million coronavirus tests per day.

As the second outbreak of coronavirus in Beijing is registering more cases than the first one, the city officials believe they have the resources and capacity to conduct one million coronavirus tests per day. The outbreak has happened months after the first outbreak in the city, and is registering more cases than the first one. As the outbreak is believed to have started in the Xinfadi market, the officials were earlier only testing the workers and recent visitors of the market. The testing was later expanded to the neighbouring areas. However, now it has been expanded to include residents in many other parts of the city as well as food and parcel delivery workers. Also read: China reports 26 new COVID-19 cases including 22 in capital Beijing The outbreak happened over a week ago in the city of over 20 million, and since the new outbreak, capacity has more than doubled to more than 230,000 tests daily at 124 institutions, Gao Xiaojun, spokesman for the Beijing Health Commission, told a press briefing. The tests are done on samples collected from multiple people in one test tube, enabling the city to get results from almost 1 million people daily. The city is also receiving manpower from few other provinces including Hubei and Liaoning, who have sent about 200 people to Beijing to boost staff in laboratories. (With inputs from Reuters)

COVID 19: Beijing to test one million people daily

Beijing reported 21 new cases of coronavirus in the last 24 hours taking the total number of COVID-19 cases in the last seven days to 158 as authorities grappled to contain the virus in the Chinese capital.

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Beijing's neigbouring city Tianjin reported one case with Hebei province near the capital also reported cases. The outbreak which began in China's Xinfadi wholesale market has put authorities on alert amid fears of a second wave hitting China.

Residents have been ordered not to leave the city and schools have been shut as city officials have undertaken major operations to clampdown and halt the spread of the virus with testing&nbsp;being ramped up. City officials said 400,000 samples a day were being tested.

Travel restrictions have been imposed on residents in&nbsp;the capital even as top epidemiologist Wu Zunyou asserted that the pandemic has been "brought under control", however, he cautioned that there still could still be people affected with the virus.

The virus cases were first detected on salmon chopping boards at Xinfadi market which was quickly closed by authorities. The discovery of the virus in the market raised health concerns in China's market after the virus was first believed to have spread from a market in Wuhan last year.

China had declared its first COVID-19 case on December 31, 2019.

Beijing authorities quickly cancelled flights as the cases spread. Residents have waited in long ques in order to get themselves tested with people needing a negative result on a nucleic acid test in order to travel.

Authorities have also made it mandatory tests&nbsp;to be carried out on those directly linked to the Xinfadi market. &nbsp; 
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Beijing reported 21 new cases of coronavirus in the last 24 hours taking the total number of COVID-19 cases in the last seven days to 158 as authorities grappled to contain the virus in the Chinese capital.

Beijing reported 21 new cases of coronavirus in the last 24 hours taking the total number of COVID-19 cases in the last seven days to 158 as authorities grappled to contain the virus in the Chinese capital. Also Read: Beijing's second coronavirus wave puts wet markets back in focus Beijing's neigbouring city Tianjin reported one case with Hebei province near the capital also reported cases. The outbreak which began in China's Xinfadi wholesale market has put authorities on alert amid fears of a second wave hitting China. Residents have been ordered not to leave the city and schools have been shut as city officials have undertaken major operations to clampdown and halt the spread of the virus with testing being ramped up. City officials said 400,000 samples a day were being tested. Travel restrictions have been imposed on residents in the capital even as top epidemiologist Wu Zunyou asserted that the pandemic has been "brought under control", however, he cautioned that there still could still be people affected with the virus. The virus cases were first detected on salmon chopping boards at Xinfadi market which was quickly closed by authorities. The discovery of the virus in the market raised health concerns in China's market after the virus was first believed to have spread from a market in Wuhan last year. China had declared its first COVID-19 case on December 31, 2019. Beijing authorities quickly cancelled flights as the cases spread. Residents have waited in long ques in order to get themselves tested with people needing a negative result on a nucleic acid test in order to travel. Authorities have also made it mandatory tests to be carried out on those directly linked to the Xinfadi market.

Authorities on alert as 21 new COVID-19 cases detected in Beijing

Xinfadi seafood supermarket in Beijing’s southern Fengtai district was closed on Saturday after it was identified as being at the centre of a new cluster of cases.

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However, China's top epidemiologist asserted that "it does not clearly or indicate it's from imported seafood".&nbsp;

The virus is believed to have spread from the Xinfadi wholesale food market in Beijing as authorities quickly moved to lockdown 30 communities in the city and began aggressive testing and tracing of citizens.

Beijing city spokesman Xu Hejian warned that the "epidemic situation in the capital is extremely severe".

The second wave is eerily similar to what happened in Wuhan. Yet again — an exotic meat stall is at the heart of the story. The virus was reportedly discovered on chopping boards used for imported salmon at the Xinfadi market.

But — experts say the link to Xinfadi market and salmon is only a hypothesis. Since May 30 — over 200,000 people had visited the market.

Now — the market has been sealed, and — tens of thousands of people are being traced, tested and quarantined across Beijing. This has upended life and shattered the narrative of normalcy. Most of the city is under a partial lockdown. But — at least 30 localities around the market are under complete lockdown.

For two months — Beijing did not report a single case. Over the last 24 hours - 31 new cases of local transmission have been reported. On June 11 — the first case was detected and in a matter of just six days — the total number of cases has surged to 137.

Now — the city administration is on overdrive. It has launched a massive test and trace operation to contain the outbreak. Over 40,000 people are being tested daily. Authorities have taken drastic steps.

Schools have been shut down, Bars, restaurants and night clubs have been closed and travel restrictions are back.

Beijing residents have been asked to not leave the city — unless they have taken a Nucleic acid amplification test.

The situation in Beijing is being called extremely severe. China's capital has become a no-go zone for the rest of the country.1, 255 flights at the Beijing airport have been cancelled. That's about 60 per cent of the scheduled flights. Other Chinese cities like shanghai have started quarantining travellers from Beijing.

All arrivals will have to undergo a mandatory 14-day quarantine upon reaching Shanghai.

Despite the strict measures — fear of the new wave of coronavirus is driving people to flee Beijing.

For Beijing’s residents — it's the fear of living under the lockdown all over them again and there is the fear of facing another round of contagion. Outside Beijing — the provinces of Hubei, Liaoning, Sichuan and Zhejiang have reported new cases linked to Xinfadi.

China&nbsp;has bragged of its success in beating the coronavirus but the second wave of the deadly Wuhan virus has cast doubt on the claim.

Xinfadi seafood supermarket in Beijing’s southern Fengtai district was closed on Saturday after it was identified as being at the centre of a new cluster of cases.

Xinfadi seafood supermarket in Beijing’s southern Fengtai district was closed on Saturday after it was identified as being at the centre of a new cluster of cases. However, China's top epidemiologist asserted that "it does not clearly or indicate it's from imported seafood". The virus is believed to have spread from the Xinfadi wholesale food market in Beijing as authorities quickly moved to lockdown 30 communities in the city and began aggressive testing and tracing of citizens. Beijing city spokesman Xu Hejian warned that the "epidemic situation in the capital is extremely severe". The second wave is eerily similar to what happened in Wuhan. Yet again — an exotic meat stall is at the heart of the story. The virus was reportedly discovered on chopping boards used for imported salmon at the Xinfadi market. But — experts say the link to Xinfadi market and salmon is only a hypothesis. Since May 30 — over 200,000 people had visited the market. Now — the market has been sealed, and — tens of thousands of people are being traced, tested and quarantined across Beijing. This has upended life and shattered the narrative of normalcy. Most of the city is under a partial lockdown. But — at least 30 localities around the market are under complete lockdown. For two months — Beijing did not report a single case. Over the last 24 hours - 31 new cases of local transmission have been reported. On June 11 — the first case was detected and in a matter of just six days — the total number of cases has surged to 137. Now — the city administration is on overdrive. It has launched a massive test and trace operation to contain the outbreak. Over 40,000 people are being tested daily. Authorities have taken drastic steps. Schools have been shut down, Bars, restaurants and night clubs have been closed and travel restrictions are back. Beijing residents have been asked to not leave the city — unless they have taken a Nucleic acid amplification test. The situation in Beijing is being called extremely severe. China's capital has become a no-go zone for the rest of the country.1, 255 flights at the Beijing airport have been cancelled. That's about 60 per cent of the scheduled flights. Other Chinese cities like shanghai have started quarantining travellers from Beijing. All arrivals will have to undergo a mandatory 14-day quarantine upon reaching Shanghai. Despite the strict measures — fear of the new wave of coronavirus is driving people to flee Beijing. For Beijing’s residents — it's the fear of living under the lockdown all over them again and there is the fear of facing another round of contagion. Outside Beijing — the provinces of Hubei, Liaoning, Sichuan and Zhejiang have reported new cases linked to Xinfadi. China has bragged of its success in beating the coronavirus but the second wave of the deadly Wuhan virus has cast doubt on the claim.

Beijing's new COVID-19 cluster: Xinfadi, biggest wholesale market in Asia

China has halted imports from European salmon suppliers amid fears they may be linked to a&nbsp;coronavirus&nbsp;outbreak at a&nbsp;Beijing market, although experts say the fish itself is unlikely to carry the disease.

State-run newspapers reported that the virus was discovered on chopping boards used for imported salmon at Beijing’s Xinfadi market, at the centre of a cluster of infections that has sparked fears of a second wave of the pandemic in China.

The reports prompted major supermarkets in Beijing to remove salmon from their shelves.

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“We can’t send any salmon to China now, the market is closed,” Regin Jacobsen, chief executive of Oslo-based salmon supplier Bakkafrost, told Reuters.

“We have stopped all sales to China and are waiting for the situation to be clarified,” said Stein Martinsen, head of sales and marketing at Norway Royal Salmon.

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Keith Neal, an emeritus professor of the epidemiology of infectious diseases at Britain’s University of Nottingham, said any link to salmon was probably the result of cross-contamination.

“Markets can be crowded places, so, like in Wuhan, [they] help fuel the spread,” he said. The central Chinese city of Wuhan was where the virus was first reported in late December.

Marion Koopmans, head of the viroscience department at the Erasmus University Medical Centre in Rotterdam, said that with limited data it was difficult to know whether the specific genetic sequence detected in cases from the Beijing market could indeed be linked to Europe.

“There’s mention of a European sequence, but it’s hard to say that with certainty unless there’s a lot of other data on virus diversity in China,” Koopmans said.

“It’s hard for me to understand what they mean by a European strain. What we have seen with the global spread of the virus is that it is diversifying because it gets introduced to different areas and continues to circulate, so you see a signature that looks like this is now a ‘European virus’, but that same signature may also be circulating in Asia – we don’t know.”

Speaking at a press briefing on Monday, Mike Ryan, head of the World Health Organisation’s emergency programme, said he “fully expects” China to publish the genetic sequencing of the virus when it is ready.

“The finding that this may represent a strain more common in transmission in Europe is important and it may reflect human-to-human transmission more than any other hypotheses,” he was quoted by Reuters as saying.

Ryan also said the claim that the new infections in Beijing may have been caused by importing or packaging of salmon was just a “hypothesis”.

The possible link to salmon has already caused panic among consumers and prompted some restaurants to remove it from their menu.

The city’s Food and Environmental Hygiene Department had on Monday taken samples of salmon imported from countries including Norway, Chile, Ireland, Iceland and Denmark for testing. All 16 samples tested negative for the coronavirus.

China has halted imports from European salmon suppliers amid fears they may be linked to a coronavirus outbreak at a Beijing market, although experts say the fish itself is unlikely to carry the disease.

China has halted imports from European salmon suppliers amid fears they may be linked to a coronavirus outbreak at a Beijing market, although experts say the fish itself is unlikely to carry the disease. State-run newspapers reported that the virus was discovered on chopping boards used for imported salmon at Beijing’s Xinfadi market, at the centre of a cluster of infections that has sparked fears of a second wave of the pandemic in China. The reports prompted major supermarkets in Beijing to remove salmon from their shelves. Also read: Beijing shuts schools again after coronavirus flares in city “We can’t send any salmon to China now, the market is closed,” Regin Jacobsen, chief executive of Oslo-based salmon supplier Bakkafrost, told Reuters. “We have stopped all sales to China and are waiting for the situation to be clarified,” said Stein Martinsen, head of sales and marketing at Norway Royal Salmon. Also read: Beijing airports cancel 1,255 flights over coronavirus fears: Report Genetic traces of the virus from the Beijing market outbreak suggested it could have come from Europe. Keith Neal, an emeritus professor of the epidemiology of infectious diseases at Britain’s University of Nottingham, said any link to salmon was probably the result of cross-contamination. “Markets can be crowded places, so, like in Wuhan, [they] help fuel the spread,” he said. The central Chinese city of Wuhan was where the virus was first reported in late December. Marion Koopmans, head of the viroscience department at the Erasmus University Medical Centre in Rotterdam, said that with limited data it was difficult to know whether the specific genetic sequence detected in cases from the Beijing market could indeed be linked to Europe. “There’s mention of a European sequence, but it’s hard to say that with certainty unless there’s a lot of other data on virus diversity in China,” Koopmans said. “It’s hard for me to understand what they mean by a European strain. What we have seen with the global spread of the virus is that it is diversifying because it gets introduced to different areas and continues to circulate, so you see a signature that looks like this is now a ‘European virus’, but that same signature may also be circulating in Asia – we don’t know.” Speaking at a press briefing on Monday, Mike Ryan, head of the World Health Organisation’s emergency programme, said he “fully expects” China to publish the genetic sequencing of the virus when it is ready. “The finding that this may represent a strain more common in transmission in Europe is important and it may reflect human-to-human transmission more than any other hypotheses,” he was quoted by Reuters as saying. Ryan also said the claim that the new infections in Beijing may have been caused by importing or packaging of salmon was just a “hypothesis”. The possible link to salmon has already caused panic among consumers and prompted some restaurants to remove it from their menu. The city’s Food and Environmental Hygiene Department had on Monday taken samples of salmon imported from countries including Norway, Chile, Ireland, Iceland and Denmark for testing. All 16 samples tested negative for the coronavirus.

Now, China halts salmon imports over possible link to Beijing outbreak

Beijing shut all its schools again on Wednesday as the city reported 31 new coronavirus cases, with authorities in the Chinese capital rushing to curb an outbreak linked to a wholesale food market.

The new cases have raised fears of a second wave of infections as China had largely brought its domestic outbreak under control.

City authorities on Tuesday had also announced a travel ban for residents of "medium- or high-risk" areas of the city, while requiring other residents to take nucleic acid tests in order to leave the capital.

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Meanwhile, all schools, which had mostly reopened, were ordered to close again and return to online classes.

"The epidemic situation in the capital is extremely severe," Beijing city spokesman Xu Hejian warned at a press conference Tuesday.

Tens of thousands of people in the city linked to the virus cluster -- believed to have started in the capital's sprawling Xinfadi wholesale food market -- are being tested for the virus, with almost 30 residential compounds in the city now under lockdown.

Beijing has now reported 137 infections over the last six days, with six new asymptomatic cases and three suspected cases on Wednesday, according to the city's health commission.

An additional two domestic cases, one in neighbouring Hebei province and another in Zhejiang, were reported by national authorities on Wednesday, while there were 11 imported cases.

Beijing shut all its schools again on Wednesday as the city reported 31 new coronavirus cases, with authorities in the Chinese capital rushing to curb an outbreak linked to a wholesale food market.

Beijing shut all its schools again on Wednesday as the city reported 31 new coronavirus cases, with authorities in the Chinese capital rushing to curb an outbreak linked to a wholesale food market. The new cases have raised fears of a second wave of infections as China had largely brought its domestic outbreak under control. City authorities on Tuesday had also announced a travel ban for residents of "medium- or high-risk" areas of the city, while requiring other residents to take nucleic acid tests in order to leave the capital. Also read| Beijing's Xinfadi market in focus after virus reportedly detected on salmon chopping boards Meanwhile, all schools, which had mostly reopened, were ordered to close again and return to online classes. "The epidemic situation in the capital is extremely severe," Beijing city spokesman Xu Hejian warned at a press conference Tuesday. Tens of thousands of people in the city linked to the virus cluster -- believed to have started in the capital's sprawling Xinfadi wholesale food market -- are being tested for the virus, with almost 30 residential compounds in the city now under lockdown. Beijing has now reported 137 infections over the last six days, with six new asymptomatic cases and three suspected cases on Wednesday, according to the city's health commission. An additional two domestic cases, one in neighbouring Hebei province and another in Zhejiang, were reported by national authorities on Wednesday, while there were 11 imported cases.

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After 106 cases of coronavirus was reported in China's capital Beijing in the past five days, health authorities said the virus was detected on "chopping boards" used to handle imported salmon at Xinfadi market.

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However, China's top epidemiologist asserted that "it does not clearly or definitely indicate it's from imported seafood".&nbsp;

The virus is believed to have spread from the Xinfadi wholesale food market in Beijing as authorities quickly moved to lockdown 30 communities in the city and began aggressive testing and tracing of citizens.

Beijing city spokesman Xu Hejian warned that the "epidemic situation in the capital is extremely severe".

China's state media had earlier reported that the virus was detected on chopping boards used to handle imported salmon. The capital's health authorities quickly moved to close schools around the Xinfadi market area and stopped indoor sports and halted tour groups as panic spread.

Chinese authorities also warned that they would quarantine those arriving in the capital amid rising cases of COVID-19.

The new domestic cases raised fears of a new COVID-19 wave as the country continues to grapple with the virus. In a move to contain the virus, Wumart and Carrefour removed stocks of salmon overnight in the capital.

The virus is believed to have spread from a Wuhan animal market last year. China had reported the first case on December 31, 2019.&nbsp;

After 106 cases of coronavirus was reported in China's capital Beijing in the past five days, health authorities said the virus was detected on "chopping boards" used to handle imported salmon at Xinfadi market.

After 106 cases of coronavirus was reported in China's capital Beijing in the past five days, health authorities said the virus was detected on "chopping boards" used to handle imported salmon at Xinfadi market. Also Read: Beijing reports another 27 COVID-19 cases amid second wave fears However, China's top epidemiologist asserted that "it does not clearly or definitely indicate it's from imported seafood". The virus is believed to have spread from the Xinfadi wholesale food market in Beijing as authorities quickly moved to lockdown 30 communities in the city and began aggressive testing and tracing of citizens. Beijing city spokesman Xu Hejian warned that the "epidemic situation in the capital is extremely severe". China's state media had earlier reported that the virus was detected on chopping boards used to handle imported salmon. The capital's health authorities quickly moved to close schools around the Xinfadi market area and stopped indoor sports and halted tour groups as panic spread. Chinese authorities also warned that they would quarantine those arriving in the capital amid rising cases of COVID-19. The new domestic cases raised fears of a new COVID-19 wave as the country continues to grapple with the virus. In a move to contain the virus, Wumart and Carrefour removed stocks of salmon overnight in the capital. The virus is believed to have spread from a Wuhan animal market last year. China had reported the first case on December 31, 2019.

Beijing's Xinfadi market in focus after virus reportedly detected on salmon chopping boards

Amid growing fears of a second wave of coronavirus, as China tested thousands of residents in capital Beijing, the city reported another 27 coronavirus cases which were reportedly domestically transmitted.

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China's National Health Commission also reported four new domestic infections in Hebei province, including &nbsp;Sichuan province even as there were reports of at least eight imported cases.

"A cluster like this is a concern and it needs to be investigated and controlled -- and that is exactly what the Chinese authorities are doing," World Health Organisation (WHO) said.

Chinese health officials had earlier said that the earlier infections were linked to the Xinfadi market after 8,000 workers tested positive for the virus. Chinese authorities on Monday had shut all indoor sports to contain the virus.

The city had earlier reported 100 cases of COVID-19 which was confirmed by the WHO. As reports of the virus spread, state Xinhua news agency reported that students should revert to stay-at-home schooling even as authorities locked 21 housing estates near Xinfadi.

In a bid to contain the spread of the virus, Chinese authorities began aggressive "test and trace programme" designating at least 200 centres across the nation's capital for testing the virus.

Amid growing fears of a second wave of coronavirus, as China tested thousands of residents in capital Beijing, the city reported another 27 coronavirus cases which were reportedly domestically transmitted.

Amid growing fears of a second wave of coronavirus, as China tested thousands of residents in capital Beijing, the city reported another 27 coronavirus cases which were reportedly domestically transmitted. Also Read: WHO says 'hypothesis' about cause of China's latest virus outbreak needs further testing China's National Health Commission also reported four new domestic infections in Hebei province, including Sichuan province even as there were reports of at least eight imported cases. "A cluster like this is a concern and it needs to be investigated and controlled -- and that is exactly what the Chinese authorities are doing," World Health Organisation (WHO) said. Chinese health officials had earlier said that the earlier infections were linked to the Xinfadi market after 8,000 workers tested positive for the virus. Chinese authorities on Monday had shut all indoor sports to contain the virus. The city had earlier reported 100 cases of COVID-19 which was confirmed by the WHO. As reports of the virus spread, state Xinhua news agency reported that students should revert to stay-at-home schooling even as authorities locked 21 housing estates near Xinfadi. In a bid to contain the spread of the virus, Chinese authorities began aggressive "test and trace programme" designating at least 200 centres across the nation's capital for testing the virus.

COVID-19: Beijing reports another 27 cases amid second wave fears