Geneva: March 9th, novel coronavirus pneumonia is held in Geneva, Switzerland, on March 9th. The novel coronavirus pneumonia has been reported in many countries, and the threat of a global pandemic has become "very real". However, as long as the comprehensive measures are taken and decisive measures are taken, the epidemic situation can still be controlled. He also called on all countries to adopt comprehensive strategies to control the epidemic.

According to the latest who epidemic data, as of 10:00 a.m. on March 9 (17:00 a.m. Beijing time on March 9), a total of 109578 confirmed cases were reported in 104 countries and regions, 3994 more than the previous day, 3809 deaths, 225 more than the previous day. In the past two weeks, the number of epidemic areas and confirmed cases has increased rapidly, and the global situation of epidemic prevention and control has become more severe.

Tan Desai pointed out that the global distribution and spread of the epidemic is not balanced. Different countries are affected by the epidemic differently and need to take targeted measures. At present, there are less than 10 confirmed cases in more than 40 countries, and less than 100 confirmed cases in about 80 countries. It is possible for these countries to take measures to isolate the infected, identify the close contacts and curb the spread of the epidemic. The experience of China, South Korea and other countries shows that taking decisive and effective measures can delay and curb the spread of the epidemic.

Although the situation is grim, the outbreak will be "the first controllable pandemic in history," he said. He called on all countries to adopt comprehensive strategies to prevent and control the epidemic. Countries and regions where community communication occurs should consider closing schools, cancelling mass gatherings, and other measures to reduce access, depending on the circumstances.

Several who representatives repeatedly mentioned China's strong prevention and control measures at the press conference and repeatedly quoted relevant statistics of China to send a positive signal to the world to fight the epidemic. As long as decisive action is taken as early as possible, the spread of the virus can be slowed down and most of the infected people will recover, he said.

The WHO says novel coronavirus pneumonia has raised nearly $300 million in funding for the new crown pneumonia epidemic.

Source: People's daily