Beijing says it “took an active part” in drafting a formal call at the World Health Organization for a global investigation into the source of the coronavirus. ( read original story …)
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China reports seven new coronavirus infections
China reported seven new confirmed coronavirus cases for May 17, up from five a day earlier, the country’s health authority said on Monday. ( read original story …)
China’s Xi Says Pandemic Probe Should Only Happen Once Virus is ‘Under Control,’ But WHO Says That Could Be 5 Years Away
The president told the World Health Assembly that China has “acted with openness, transparency and responsibility” during the pandemic. ( read original story …)
First Thing: China is under the spotlight at the World Health Assembly
Beijing faces pressure over Taiwan’s status and an investigation into the origins of Covid-19. Plus, how the lockdown could leave us with cleaner, greener cities … ( read original story …)
Europe reopens widely; China gives $2 billion to virus fight
Europe is reopening more widely, allowing people into the Acropolis in Athens, shops in Italy, museums in Belgium, golf courses in Ireland and beer gardens in Bavaria … ( read original story …)
China’s Wuhan says conducted 335,887 COVID-19 tests on May 17
The city of Wuhan, the original epicentre of the new coronavirus outbreak in China, conducted 335,887 nucleic acid tests on May 17, the local health authority said on Monday, compared with 222,675 … ( read…
China’s Xi backs WHO-led review of covid-19 outbreak, proposes aid for developing world
In an address referencing China’s support for multilateral institutions and developing countries, Xi appeared to be differentiating himself from Trump. ( read original story …)
Israel’s Teva gets China approval for Huntington’s treatment
Teva Pharmaceutical said on Monday that China has given the go-ahead to its Austedo treatment for Huntington’s disease. ( read original story …)
China’s Xi says supports WHO probe when COVID-19 controlled
China supports a comprehensive review of the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic led by the World Health Organization (WHO) after the virus that causes the disease is brought under control, … ( read original…
More than 120 countries are backing a UN motion to investigate the origins of the coronavirus, despite China’s objections
Diplomats are gathering around a resolution to be presented at an upcomign World Health Assembly meeting, which began as a push to scrutinize China. ( read original story …)
China eases resistance as calls mount for global probe into coronavirus origin
Beijing says it “took an active part” in drafting a formal call at the World Health Organization for a global investigation into the source of the coronavirus. ( read original story …)
Clashes Again Break Out in Hong Kong Legislature as Pro-Beijing Committee Chair Is Elected
Also Monday, 15 pro-democracy figures, including media tycoon Jimmy Lai, appeared in court to face charges relating to anti-government protests … ( read original story …)
Hong Kong lawmakers scuffle as pro-Beijing politicians clear path for controversial national anthem bill
There were scuffles in Hong Kong’s parliament Monday as lawmakers fought for control of a key committee chair. ( read original story …)
