Coronavirus: China committed to safeguarding lives of Nigerians, others – Envoy
The Chinese Government on Monday reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the lives of Nigerians and other nationals living in that country.
coronavirus blood specimen (GETTY Images)
Recommended articles
![Fans took to the social media platform, X, to raise their concerns over death of Nollywood actors [The Nation Newspaper]](data:image/svg+xml;charset=utf8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20width%3D'100'%20height%3D'100'%20data-ring-placeholder%3D'1'%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E "Fans took to the social media platform, X, to raise their concerns over death of Nollywood actors [The Nation Newspaper]")
He said that China had taken the most comprehensive, rigorous containment, and mitigation measures which went beyond the requirements of International Health Regulations.
He said that by such measures China was not only protecting the health of its people, but also that of the people around the world.
According to Zhou, checking the spread of the coronavirus is a common concern of the international community.
ADVERTISEMENT
“Life comes first. The Chinese government is committed to safeguarding the lives and health of the Chinese people.
“We will, in a responsible manner, safeguard the life of every foreign national in China and address their legitimate concerns in a timely manner.
“We will continue to strengthen communication and coordination with the international community and work hand in hand for the epidemic prevention and control,” he said.
He also advised other countries to adopt a responsible attitude, work together to combat the virus, and avoid overreaction that might result in more negative spillover effects.
He added that a total of 60 Nigerians were living in Wuhan city where the virus broke out from, adding that no Nigerian in china had been infected.
ADVERTISEMENT
Zhou said that the authorities were maintaining regular communication with them in case of any need for assistance.
The envoy explained that as at 7:am Nigerian time, the total number of confirmed cases of coronavirus had increased to 17,205.
“And 21,558 people were suspected of being infected in the Chinese mainland according to China’s National Health Commission.
“A total number of 361 people have died of the disease while 475 people had been discharged from hospital after recovery."
He said that an increase in the number of deaths was recorded because of the newness of the virus, which had been subjected to research.
ADVERTISEMENT
He added that scientists were still working hard to come up with the drug for the treatment of the disease.
According to the ambassador, China has built a nationwide prevention and control system with especial focus on Wuhan and Hubei.
He said that a 1000-bed makeshift hospital was built in Wuhan within nine days in Wuhan to contain the virus.
On the issuance of visa, the ambassador said that the embassy had suspended operation and had stopped issuing visas for now.
ADVERTISEMENT
He advised Nigerians planning to travel to China to suspend their plans pending when the spread of the virus would be contained.
He said that prevalence of the novel coronavirus would not affect China’s economy.
Zhou expressed confidence that the country’s economy and trade cooperation with the international world would remain strong.
He expressed appreciation to the Nigerian government for its show of support to the people of China.
JOIN OUR PULSE COMMUNITY!
ADVERTISEMENT
Eyewitness? Submit your stories now via social or:
Email: eyewitness@pulse.ng
Recommended articles
Spate of deaths strikes Nigerian movie industry, Nigerians calls for action
Gov Sanwo-Olu to unveil Lagos Transport Policy in May to attract investors
Palliatives not for your friends only - Sanwo-Olu warns LG against hoarding
Doctors warn snakebite victims not to bring snakes to hospital for identification
NCDMB: My failure to inflate budget by ₦30bn cost me my job - Wabote
Russian Deputy Defence Minister, Ivanov detained for accepting large bribes
CSO threatens to sue if NBC fails to ban same-sex content on Netflix, TikTok
Keyamo orders swift suspension of Dana Airlines' fleet by NCAA over safety
Akapbio wants judges involved in misusing ex-parte orders to be punished
ADVERTISEMENT
![Aliko Dangote and Tinubu [NAN]](data:image/svg+xml;charset=utf8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20width%3D'300'%20height%3D'172'%20data-ring-placeholder%3D'1'%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E "Aliko Dangote and Tinubu [NAN]")