Everything we know so far as China in grips of new respiratory illness
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has asked China to provide more information as cases of a 'mystery' illness continue to rise in the country.
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The World Health Organisation (WHO) has asked China to provide more information as cases of a 'mystery' illness continue to rise in the country.
As daily Covid-19 cases reached a record high on Wednesday, the economic impact appears comparable to when Shanghai endured a citywide lockdown in the spring, dashing hopes of a fast reopening.
Every Chinese province has reported coronavirus infections in the past 10 days, but even though not all cases will result in excessively disruptive lockdowns, China’s GDP growth could suffer.
Xian, whose residents have been locked down for almost two weeks, reported 35 Covid-19 cases on Wednesday, a drop from 95 the day before.
Governments in at least five provinces have said vaccinations will be required for those aged from three to 11.