VOICED : Guterres elogia la respuesta extraordinaria de China frente al coronavirus

The UN Secretary-General praised China's extraordinary efforts in responding to the coronavirus outbreak. He emphasized avoiding stigmatization of people unrelated to the virus. The coronavirus, originating in Wuhan, has infected over 34,500 people and caused more than 720 deaths in China. Despite containment efforts, the virus has spread to over 30 countries. Many Chinese cities remain under isolation. The WHO is working on a non-stigmatizing name for the virus, while Beijing temporarily calls it 'new coronavirus pneumonia' (CNCP).

What did the UN Secretary-General emphasize about the global response to the coronavirus?

• The necessity of travel bans

• The importance of avoiding stigmatization

• The role of social media in spreading information

• The need for more financial aid

How many people had been infected by the coronavirus in China by the time of the report?

• Over 34,500

• Over 50,000

• Over 20,000

• Over 10,000

What measures were being taken in Chinese cities to control the spread of the virus?

• Mandatory vaccination

• Isolation of cities

• Closure of all businesses

• Increased public gatherings

What was the World Health Organization's concern regarding the naming of the virus?

• It should reflect the virus's origin

• It should be scientifically accurate

• It should be easy to pronounce

• It should not stigmatize any population

What interim name did Beijing give to the virus?

• SARS-CoV-2

• Wuhan Virus

• Neumonía del nuevo coronavirus

• COVID-19