In a tweet, PM Modi shared basic protective measures and said that these small yet important steps can help in ensuring self-protection.

Coronavirus Outbreak: No need to panic, tweets PM Modi

South Korea is now the biggest hotspot outside Mainland China. the country has now reported 476 new cases, bringing the total number to 4212 and has recorded 26 deaths. In the capital Seoul, the Mayor urged the cities 10 million residents to work from home and to avoid crowded places. Watch WION's ground report:

WION Ground Report: South Korea worst hit outside China, 2600 deaths, 4200+ cases

WION has confirmation that the man infected with coronavirus in New Delhi is the father of a child studying in one of the school's in Noida. the family held a get together recently where school students and many parents were in attendance as well. In an order to contain the virus The Indian Health Ministry has quarantined everyone present in that get-together and is waiting for their sample results. Watch report:

New Delhi comes under Covid-19 radar, Noida school shut

In just 48 hours a group of scientists completed the DNA sequencing of the deadly coronavirus that has already claimed over 3125 lives globally. the experiment was a joint effort by Adolful Leutes Insitute in partnership with Tropical Medical Institute, University of Sao Paulo Medical School and the Oxford University in the UK.

Brazil completes Covid-19 DNA sequencing to help in developing vaccines

With at least 3125 deaths worldwide, the coronavirus outbreak is only intensifying by the day. At a time like this more and more questions are arising over travel due to virus and likely transmission. WION is answering some of your questions:

Covid-19 frequently asked questions, WION answers

Imagine a day when you cannot step out of your house to purchase basic amenities. For those living in China, this is reality as the lethal coronavirus continues to claim lives and spread the infection across the borders. Watch report.

How is Beijing coping with Coronavirus

Death toll from the novel coronavirus outbreak has surged to over 3000 across the world. At the moment around 88000 people are infected by the deadly Wuhan virus globally. Mainland China has reported 42 new deaths. Watch report:

China reports 42 new deaths from coronavirus

World reels under Covid-19; Global Coronavirus death toll surpasses 3000 The death toll from the global coronavirus outbreak has surged to over 3000 across the world and at the moment close to 88,000 people are infected globally.

World reels under Covid-19; Global Coronavirus death toll surpasses 3000

The death toll from the global coronavirus outbreak has surged to over 3000 across the world and at the moment close to 88,000 people are infected globally. South Korea has confirmed 5,086 new cases of Covid-19 in the last 24 hours. This brings the infected toll to 4000 cases in South Korea. Watch report:

4000 infected coronavirus cases reported in S. Korea

Churches were closed in South Korea on Sunday, with many holding online services instead, as authorities fought to rein in public gatherings as 586 new coronavirus infections took the tally to 3,736 cases.

Coronavirus Outbreak: South korea cases pass 3700 | WION Exclusive Report

Coronavirus continues to claim lives and spread the infection across the borders. The United States has now got the first fatality due to coronavirus. The 50-year-old man had health conditions which aggravated condition, the man had no contact with anyone who had travelled to the virus hit nations.

Coronavirus kills 50-year-old man in Washington

Coronavirus continues to claim lives and spread the infection across the borders. Watch WION's report to know what life looks like in China now.

Coronavirus Outbreak: What life looks like in China

Iran continues to face global criticism over its handling of the coronavirus outbreak. A report published by BBC's Persian wing claims that the actual death toll in the country could be as high as 210. This is six times higher than what the government in Iran reported.

Report claims coronavirus death toll in Iran to be 210

<p>The coronavirus is now threatening Chinese president Xi Jinping's dream project - Belt and Road (BRI).&nbsp;</p>

<p>From an artificial island in Sri Lanka to a bridge in Bangladesh and hydropower projects in Nepal and Indonesia.</p>

<p>The coronavirus outbreak has cut off Chinese labour supplies and equipment imports which are essential to keep major infrastructure projects across Asia running.</p>

<p>While China itself is under a massive lockdown and has self-imposed its biggest ever social isolation campaign. More than 133 countries have imposed entry restrictions on Chinese citizens to prevent the spread of coronavirus.</p>

<p>Major construction projects across Asia, which are funded by China, mostly employ Chinese workers and countries are clamping down on their availability.</p>

<p>Sri Lanka requires a14-day quarantine for people arriving from China and insists that Chinese staff are restricted to construction sites and their dorms. This is taking a toll on some of the major construction sites.</p>

<p>Work is progressing at snail's pace at Colombo's artificial island project site. Currently&nbsp;at this site, temperatures of all workers are taken several times a day, masks and hand sanitisers have been distributed as well. Also being built in the heart of Colombo, with Chinese state funding, is South Asia's tallest free-standing communications tower. The scheduled opening of that tower in March has been delayed by 2 months.</p>

<p>Nearly a third of the Chinese workers who left for the lunar new year holidays have not returned to work. And even if they do, the local staff are afraid to work with them.</p>

<p>Bangladesh too has stopped issuing visas to Chinese visitors including workers and that is crippling the $2.5 billion project at the southern port of Payra.</p>

<p>About 3,000 Chinese workers are employed at the Bangladesh - China power company.&nbsp;</p>

<p>China is also building the $3.5 billion Padma multipurpose bridge in Bangladesh where nearly one-third of the nearly 1000 Chinese workers are yet to return.</p>

<p>In Indonesia, work at the China-backed Batang Toru hydropower plant is stuck. The project on Sumatra island has ground to a halt due to a lack of Chinese workers.</p>

<p>Construction of the $6 billion Jakarta-Bandung high-speed rail project is also set to be delayed. Nepal too is home to more than a dozen Chinese-backed hydropower projects.</p>

<p>The setback from the coronavirus comes as a double whammy - there was already pushback against Belt and Road projects in many countries.</p>

<p>Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Indonesia all renegotiated contracts recently - either to cut costs or to ensure better environmental compliance.</p>

<p>However, China is still trying to downplay the impact. Last week, China's foreign minister Wang Yi was questioned specifically on China-backed investments in Asia. And, he said the outbreak will not have any negative impact that's more a case of what China is wishing for, rather than a true appraisal of the situation.</p>


The coronavirus is now threatening Chinese president Xi Jinping's dream project - Belt and Road (BRI). From an artificial island in Sri Lanka to a bridge in Bangladesh and hydropower projects in Nepal and Indonesia.

The coronavirus is now threatening Chinese president Xi Jinping's dream project - Belt and Road (BRI). From an artificial island in Sri Lanka to a bridge in Bangladesh and hydropower projects in Nepal and Indonesia. The coronavirus outbreak has cut off Chinese labour supplies and equipment imports which are essential to keep major infrastructure projects across Asia running. While China itself is under a massive lockdown and has self-imposed its biggest ever social isolation campaign. More than 133 countries have imposed entry restrictions on Chinese citizens to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Major construction projects across Asia, which are funded by China, mostly employ Chinese workers and countries are clamping down on their availability. Sri Lanka requires a14-day quarantine for people arriving from China and insists that Chinese staff are restricted to construction sites and their dorms. This is taking a toll on some of the major construction sites. Work is progressing at snail's pace at Colombo's artificial island project site. Currently at this site, temperatures of all workers are taken several times a day, masks and hand sanitisers have been distributed as well. Also being built in the heart of Colombo, with Chinese state funding, is South Asia's tallest free-standing communications tower. The scheduled opening of that tower in March has been delayed by 2 months. Nearly a third of the Chinese workers who left for the lunar new year holidays have not returned to work. And even if they do, the local staff are afraid to work with them. Bangladesh too has stopped issuing visas to Chinese visitors including workers and that is crippling the $2.5 billion project at the southern port of Payra. About 3,000 Chinese workers are employed at the Bangladesh - China power company. China is also building the $3.5 billion Padma multipurpose bridge in Bangladesh where nearly one-third of the nearly 1000 Chinese workers are yet to return. In Indonesia, work at the China-backed Batang Toru hydropower plant is stuck. The project on Sumatra island has ground to a halt due to a lack of Chinese workers. Construction of the $6 billion Jakarta-Bandung high-speed rail project is also set to be delayed. Nepal too is home to more than a dozen Chinese-backed hydropower projects. The setback from the coronavirus comes as a double whammy - there was already pushback against Belt and Road projects in many countries. Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Indonesia all renegotiated contracts recently - either to cut costs or to ensure better environmental compliance. However, China is still trying to downplay the impact. Last week, China's foreign minister Wang Yi was questioned specifically on China-backed investments in Asia. And, he said the outbreak will not have any negative impact that's more a case of what China is wishing for, rather than a true appraisal of the situation.

How coronavirus impacts China's Belt and Road initiative

How is Wuhan, the city with a population of 11 million fighting an unprecedented defensive battle against the novel coronavirus? Watch report:

How is Wuhan fighting Covid-19, WION-CGTN report

<p>Sensex dived more than 1,400 points today as share prices globally were on track for the worst week since the global financial crisis in 2008 with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italian-man-becomes-nigerias-first-case-of-coronavirus-health-minister-283241">coronavirus</a> taking a heavy toll on trade.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/carnage-on-dalal-street-stock-market-crash-wipes-off-rs-5-lakh-cr-investor-wealth-283262">Also Read: Carnage on Dalal Street - Stock market crash wipes off Rs 5 lakh cr investor wealth</a></p>

<p>The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-warns-citizens-against-travel-to-china-as-it-confirms-first-human-to-human-transmission-277773">Sensex </a>closed at 38,297, down 1,448 points and Nifty at 1,1201 plunging 431 points.</p>

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<p>A sharp sell-off on Wall Street took the Dow Jones and the Nasdaq down by over four percentage points with healthcare stocks being the worst-hit.</p>

<p>Oil prices sank to a new low of $50.05 per barrel as the virus sparked panic over crude demand.</p>

<p>European stock markets bled with Frankfurt's DAX 30 index diving 5.2 per cent.</p>

<p>Paris CAC 40 tumbled 4.6 per cent and Milan's FTSE MIB shed 3.9 per cent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In Asia, Tokyo, Shanghai, Sydney, Singapore and Seoul were among the bourses that fell more than three per cent.</p>

<p>The currency took a hit with Australia's dollar, the Indonesian rupiah and the Indian rupee falling sharply.</p>

<p>The virus which originated from Wuhan in Hubei province in China has already claimed 2,856 people and infected more than 83,000 worldwide and spread to at least 45 countries.&nbsp;</p>


Sensex dived more than 1,400 points today as share prices globally were on track for the worst week since the global financial crisis in 2008 with coronavirus taking a heavy toll on trade.

Sensex dived more than 1,400 points today as share prices globally were on track for the worst week since the global financial crisis in 2008 with coronavirus taking a heavy toll on trade. Also Read: Carnage on Dalal Street - Stock market crash wipes off Rs 5 lakh cr investor wealth The Sensex closed at 38,297, down 1,448 points and Nifty at 1,1201 plunging 431 points. Watch Video: A sharp sell-off on Wall Street took the Dow Jones and the Nasdaq down by over four percentage points with healthcare stocks being the worst-hit. Oil prices sank to a new low of $50.05 per barrel as the virus sparked panic over crude demand. European stock markets bled with Frankfurt's DAX 30 index diving 5.2 per cent. Paris CAC 40 tumbled 4.6 per cent and Milan's FTSE MIB shed 3.9 per cent. In Asia, Tokyo, Shanghai, Sydney, Singapore and Seoul were among the bourses that fell more than three per cent. The currency took a hit with Australia's dollar, the Indonesian rupiah and the Indian rupee falling sharply. The virus which originated from Wuhan in Hubei province in China has already claimed 2,856 people and infected more than 83,000 worldwide and spread to at least 45 countries.

Sensex, Nifty crash as global markets dive over spread of coronavirus

<p>The deadly coronavirus epidemic will cost world tourism at least $22 billion owing to a drop in spending by Chinese tourists, the head of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) said Thursday.</p>

<p>The COVID-19 epidemic has killed more than 2,760 people, mostly in China — where it first emerged in December — and infected more than 81,000 in over 45 countries.</p>

<p>&nbsp;"It is too soon to know but the WTTC has made a preliminary calculation in collaboration with (a research firm) Oxford Economics which estimates that the crisis will cost the sector at least $22 billion," Gloria Guevara told El Mundo daily.</p>

<p>"This calculation is based on the experience of previous crises, such as SARS or H1N1, and is based on losses deriving from Chinese tourists who have not been travelling in recent weeks," she said.</p>

<p>&nbsp;"The Chinese are the tourists who spend most when they travel."</p>

<p>The loss figure, which equates to about 20.2 billion euros, is the most optimistic scenario envisaged by the study which was published on February 11 by Oxford Economics, taking the hypothesis of a 7.0-per-cent drop in overseas trips by Chinese nationals.</p>

<p>But the losses could more than double, reaching as much as $49 billion if the crisis lasts as long as the SARS outbreak, which erupted in November 2002 and was brought under control in July 2003.</p>

<p>And it could spiral to $73 billion if it lasted longer than that, Oxford Economics said.</p>

<p>The economies most likely to suffer would be those most dependent on Chinese tourism, such as Hong Kong and Macau, Thailand, Cambodia and the Philippines, researchers found.</p>

<p>On Wednesday, the WTO urged countries to avoid taking health measures that would cause "unnecessary interference with international traffic and trade" saying travel restrictions needed to be proportionate to ensure they did not have "negative repercussions on the tourism sector".</p>


The deadly coronavirus epidemic will cost world tourism at least $22 billion owing to a drop in spending by Chinese tourists, the head of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) said Thursday.

The deadly coronavirus epidemic will cost world tourism at least $22 billion owing to a drop in spending by Chinese tourists, the head of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) said Thursday. The COVID-19 epidemic has killed more than 2,760 people, mostly in China — where it first emerged in December — and infected more than 81,000 in over 45 countries. "It is too soon to know but the WTTC has made a preliminary calculation in collaboration with (a research firm) Oxford Economics which estimates that the crisis will cost the sector at least $22 billion," Gloria Guevara told El Mundo daily. "This calculation is based on the experience of previous crises, such as SARS or H1N1, and is based on losses deriving from Chinese tourists who have not been travelling in recent weeks," she said. "The Chinese are the tourists who spend most when they travel." The loss figure, which equates to about 20.2 billion euros, is the most optimistic scenario envisaged by the study which was published on February 11 by Oxford Economics, taking the hypothesis of a 7.0-per-cent drop in overseas trips by Chinese nationals. But the losses could more than double, reaching as much as $49 billion if the crisis lasts as long as the SARS outbreak, which erupted in November 2002 and was brought under control in July 2003. And it could spiral to $73 billion if it lasted longer than that, Oxford Economics said. The economies most likely to suffer would be those most dependent on Chinese tourism, such as Hong Kong and Macau, Thailand, Cambodia and the Philippines, researchers found. On Wednesday, the WTO urged countries to avoid taking health measures that would cause "unnecessary interference with international traffic and trade" saying travel restrictions needed to be proportionate to ensure they did not have "negative repercussions on the tourism sector".

Coronavirus epidemic to cost world tourism at least $22 billion: Global tourism body

<p>The coronavirus outbreak originated in Wuhan. Now, it has escaped the barriers of borders to reach at least 47 countries. Every continent, except Antarctica, is now fighting the Wuhan virus.</p>

<p>And it is showing no signs of slowing down. This outbreak is impacting the world in more ways than one. When the first cases were reported from China, Beijing put 150 million people under a lockdown. More than 50 countries slapped travel restrictions on China.</p>

<p>Now, similar restrictions are being replicated for hotspots like Iran.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The global economy is already feeling the impact of this outbreak - supply chains have been disrupted and if the disease spreads further, critical sectors could be hit.<br />
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<p>According to a report, the coronavirus outbreak threatens shortages of about 150 drugs - this includes antibiotics and generics. There can be a shortage of some branded drugs also that don't have alternatives.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Authoritarian china forced people to stay inside homes. But, the virus is already forcing democracies to restrict the free movement of people.</p>

<p>In Italy, a cluster of 10 communities have been placed under quarantine - it is called a red zone. Italian authorities have cordoned off areas with populations of more than 50 thousand.</p>

<p>With global agencies like the WHO trying to play catch up with the outbreak - fears of the people are growing. The rapid spread of the coronavirus has now raised the specter of a global pandemic. Time has come for a coordinated global response to battle the crisis.</p>

<p>Because if the virus spreads any further, the world will be staring at a much bigger disaster.</p>

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The coronavirus outbreak originated in Wuhan. Now, it has escaped the barriers of borders to reach at least 47 countries. Every continent, except Antarctica, is now fighting the Wuhan virus.

The coronavirus outbreak originated in Wuhan. Now, it has escaped the barriers of borders to reach at least 47 countries. Every continent, except Antarctica, is now fighting the Wuhan virus. And it is showing no signs of slowing down. This outbreak is impacting the world in more ways than one. When the first cases were reported from China, Beijing put 150 million people under a lockdown. More than 50 countries slapped travel restrictions on China. Now, similar restrictions are being replicated for hotspots like Iran. The global economy is already feeling the impact of this outbreak - supply chains have been disrupted and if the disease spreads further, critical sectors could be hit. WATCH: × According to a report, the coronavirus outbreak threatens shortages of about 150 drugs - this includes antibiotics and generics. There can be a shortage of some branded drugs also that don't have alternatives. Authoritarian china forced people to stay inside homes. But, the virus is already forcing democracies to restrict the free movement of people. In Italy, a cluster of 10 communities have been placed under quarantine - it is called a red zone. Italian authorities have cordoned off areas with populations of more than 50 thousand. With global agencies like the WHO trying to play catch up with the outbreak - fears of the people are growing. The rapid spread of the coronavirus has now raised the specter of a global pandemic. Time has come for a coordinated global response to battle the crisis. Because if the virus spreads any further, the world will be staring at a much bigger disaster. (Disclaimer: WION Edit is the channel's take on the big events of the world)

WION Edit: How Wuhan coronavirus will impact the world?

India has rescued another group of Indians and foreign nationals from the coronavirus epicentre Wuhan. Evacuees have now been sent to the Indo-Tibetian border police facility in New Delhi.

Coronavirus Outbreak: Air India, IAF evacuates Indians and foreign nationals from Wuhan

The Wuhan Coronavirus is no longer just a global health crisis. On WION Edit: We explore how the rising cases will impact the world in more ways than one.

The coronavirus has now reached Pakistan. The Health Minister of Pakistan has confirmed the first two cases of the novel coronavirus in Pakistan. The Health Minister of Pakistan tweeted, "I can confirm first two cases of coronavirus in Pakistan. Both cases are being taken care of according to clinical standard protocols & both of them are stable," Mirza who is an advisor to Pakistan PM Imran Khan tweeted, adding, "No need to panic, things are under control."

Pakistan Health Minister confirms 2 cases of coronavirus

The US President Donald Trump placed Vice President Mike Pence in charge of the U.S. response to the looming global health crisis. Nearly three months after the spread of coronavirus, the reported cases of the coronavirus has now spiked to over 81,000 worldwide. New cases in China are declining while the rest of the world is reeling under the outbreak.

Donald Trump picks Pence to head coronavirus response team

Nearly three months after the spread of coronavirus, the reported cases of the coronavirus has now spiked to over 81,000 worldwide. New cases in China are declining while the rest of the world is reeling under the outbreak.

Coronavirus Outbreak: What measures United States is taking against coronavirus?

<p>An Indian Air Force (IAF) <a href="&quot;This assistance has been provided in the wake the Coronavirus (Covid 19) outbreak in China and the request by China to provide supplies such as masks and medical equipment,&quot; the statement read.">special flight carrying around 15 Tons of medical assistance comprising masks</a>, gloves and other emergency medical equipment departed for the coronavirus-hit Chinese city of Wuhan on Wednesday.</p>

<p>The AIF flight will also bring back Indian and foreign nationals from some of the neighbouring countries, who had sought assistance in travelling to India, in keeping with New Delhi's neighbourhood first policy, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement.</p>

<p>"This assistance has been provided in the wake the Coronavirus (Covid 19) outbreak in China and the request by China to provide supplies such as masks and medical equipment," the statement read.</p>

<p>The medical supplies will help augment China`s efforts to control the outbreak of this infection which has claimed more than 2700 lives in the country and has been declared as a Public Health Emergency by the World Health Organisation (WHO).</p>

<p>The development comes more than two weeks after Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote to Chinese President Xi Jinping, offering assistance to China amid the outbreak of the disease.</p>

<p>"The assistance being sent today is also a mark of friendship and solidarity from the people of India towards the people of China as the two countries also celebrate 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations this year," the statement read.</p>

<p>Coronavirus first originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan and has since then spread to several countries across the world, including India.</p>


An Indian Air Force (IAF) special flight carrying around 15 Tons of medical assistance comprising masks, gloves and other emergency medical equipment departed for the coronavirus-hit Chinese city of Wuhan on Wednesday.

An Indian Air Force (IAF) special flight carrying around 15 Tons of medical assistance comprising masks, gloves and other emergency medical equipment departed for the coronavirus-hit Chinese city of Wuhan on Wednesday. The AIF flight will also bring back Indian and foreign nationals from some of the neighbouring countries, who had sought assistance in travelling to India, in keeping with New Delhi's neighbourhood first policy, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement. "This assistance has been provided in the wake the Coronavirus (Covid 19) outbreak in China and the request by China to provide supplies such as masks and medical equipment," the statement read. The medical supplies will help augment China`s efforts to control the outbreak of this infection which has claimed more than 2700 lives in the country and has been declared as a Public Health Emergency by the World Health Organisation (WHO). The development comes more than two weeks after Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote to Chinese President Xi Jinping, offering assistance to China amid the outbreak of the disease. "The assistance being sent today is also a mark of friendship and solidarity from the people of India towards the people of China as the two countries also celebrate 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations this year," the statement read. Coronavirus first originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan and has since then spread to several countries across the world, including India.

IAF special flight carrying medical assistance departs for coronavirus-hit Wuhan

Special flights of the IAF and Air India evacuated foreigners and Indians from coronavirus-hit Wuhan in China and cruise ship in Japan. Union Health Minister Harshwardhan said that we are trying our best to evacuate Indians from Wuhan.

Coronavirus Updates: IAF, Air India carry out Evacuations

Saudi Arabia has stopped excursions to the holy sites of Mecca and Medina over coronavirus fears. Saudi has issued the ban to counter the risk of spread of the coronavirus infection.

Saudi Arabia bans pilgrims' entry over coronavirus fears

The coronavirus has now reached Pakistan. The Health Minister of Pakistan has confirmed the first two cases of the novel coronavirus in Pakistan. The Health Minister of Pakistan tweeted, "I can confirm the first two cases of coronavirus in Pakistan. Both cases are being taken care of according to clinical standard protocols & both of them are stable," Mirza who is an advisor to Pakistan PM Imran Khan tweeted, adding, "No need to panic, things are under control."

Coronavirus in Iran holds threat to Pakistan | Coronavirus Outbreak

Italy, Iran and South Korea have emerged as a new hotbed of coronavirus outside China. Nearly three months after the spread of coronavirus, the reported cases of the coronavirus has now spiked to over 81,000 worldwide. New cases in China are declining while the rest of the world is reeling under the outbreak.

Coronavirus Outbreak: South Korea reports more than 1,595 cases

Coronavirus Outbreak: Indian Health Minister briefs media on evacuation operations undertaken

<p>The Wuhan coronavirus is now on a global march, the number of fresh cases might have dropped in China, but the disease shows no signs of slowing down.</p>

<p>According to researchers at the Imperial College in London, around two-thirds of the cases exported from China are yet to be detected.</p>

<p>As the world grapples with the extent of this outbreak, America has levied an accusation. US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has claimed that China and Iran are censoring information.</p>

<p>He claims China and Iran have suppressed the actual facts about the outbreak, but, the real problem at hand is different -&nbsp;the disease has skipped borders and effectively escaped from China.</p>

<p>When the first wave of cases was reported, several countries responded by placing travel bans and restricting travel from China. These measures would be ineffective now.</p>

<p>Consider what is happening in Europe, the infection is spreading to European Union Nations from Italy. Similarly, the coronavirus is travelling from Iran to other West Asian nations.</p>

<p>While Europe may be equipped to handle a major outbreak, the same cannot be said for West Asia. Years of unrest in that region have broken the back of the health care system.</p>

<p>Doctors in countries like Iran, Iraq, Syria and Yemen would be helpless if they were made to face a Hubei-like coronavirus outbreak.<br />
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<p>America's claim that Iran could be concealing the real numbers is not outrageous. Beyond the weak health system - America's maximum pressure policy towards Iran is a contributing factor here. The tough sanctions have cut off Tehran from a large part of the globe.</p>

<p>The world must pay attention to the new hotspots of the coronavirus outbreaks. The need of the hour is a global response, coordinated by world powers and UN agencies like the World Health organisation (WHO).</p>

<p>Resources, supplies and scientific know-how must be brought together and dispatched to the worst affected areas. The WHO might not be calling the coronavirus outbreak a pandemic for now, but the world could be staring at one if we ignore this new wave of cases.<br />
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The Wuhan coronavirus is now on a global march, the number of fresh cases might have dropped in China, but the disease shows no signs of slowing down. According to researchers at the Imperial College in London, around two-thirds of the cases exported from China are yet to be detected.

The Wuhan coronavirus is now on a global march, the number of fresh cases might have dropped in China, but the disease shows no signs of slowing down. According to researchers at the Imperial College in London, around two-thirds of the cases exported from China are yet to be detected. As the world grapples with the extent of this outbreak, America has levied an accusation. US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has claimed that China and Iran are censoring information. He claims China and Iran have suppressed the actual facts about the outbreak, but, the real problem at hand is different - the disease has skipped borders and effectively escaped from China. When the first wave of cases was reported, several countries responded by placing travel bans and restricting travel from China. These measures would be ineffective now. Consider what is happening in Europe, the infection is spreading to European Union Nations from Italy. Similarly, the coronavirus is travelling from Iran to other West Asian nations. While Europe may be equipped to handle a major outbreak, the same cannot be said for West Asia. Years of unrest in that region have broken the back of the health care system. Doctors in countries like Iran, Iraq, Syria and Yemen would be helpless if they were made to face a Hubei-like coronavirus outbreak. WATCH: Wuhan Coronavirus, a Global Pandemic? × America's claim that Iran could be concealing the real numbers is not outrageous. Beyond the weak health system - America's maximum pressure policy towards Iran is a contributing factor here. The tough sanctions have cut off Tehran from a large part of the globe. The world must pay attention to the new hotspots of the coronavirus outbreaks. The need of the hour is a global response, coordinated by world powers and UN agencies like the World Health organisation (WHO). Resources, supplies and scientific know-how must be brought together and dispatched to the worst affected areas. The WHO might not be calling the coronavirus outbreak a pandemic for now, but the world could be staring at one if we ignore this new wave of cases. (Disclaimer: WION Edit is the channel's take on the big events of the world)

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