WHO Says Coronavirus Remains China's Local Emergency for Now

WHO Says Coronavirus Remains China's Local Emergency for Now

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The transcript discusses the global spread of the coronavirus, highlighting initial cases in Japan, Singapore, the USA, and South Korea. The World Health Organization (WHO) has not yet declared a public health emergency, while China is closely collaborating with WHO. The virus has led to a rising death toll and widespread infections, with concerns about its spread during the Lunar New Year. Travel restrictions and event cancellations are in place, impacting China's economy, which is at risk of destabilization.

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What was the World Health Organization's initial stance on declaring a public health emergency?

They ignored the situation completely.

They refrained from declaring it a public health emergency.

They immediately declared it a global emergency.

They declared it a national emergency in China.

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Which countries were mentioned as having reported cases of the virus?

India, Australia, Brazil, Canada

Japan, Singapore, United States, South Korea

Russia, Germany, France, Italy

Mexico, Argentina, Egypt, Nigeria

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What was a significant factor in the severity of the virus cases?

Time of year

Geographical location

Pre-existing health conditions

Age of the patients

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How did the virus outbreak affect the Lunar New Year celebrations?

Only international travel was restricted.

All celebrations continued as planned.

Some festivities were canceled, and travel was restricted.

Celebrations were moved to a different date.

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What economic concern was raised due to the virus outbreak?

A decrease in global tourism

An increase in global stock market indices

A risk to China's stabilizing economy

A potential rise in global oil prices