Kremlin says coronavirus aid to Italy is not a ploy to get EU sanctions lifted
The Kremlin said on Monday that medical assistance Russia was providing to Italy to help it battle the new coronavirus was not part of an attempt to get Rome help lift EU sanctions on Moscow.
Home quarantine no option for thousands in Philippines
While millions in the Philippines are finding tight restrictions a little difficult, home quarantine would be luxury for the thousands of urban street dwellers who have no homes to go to.
Poland may impose more curbs on citizens amid fears of jump in coronavirus cases
Poland may impose further constraints on citizens to prevent the spread of coronavirus given the likelihood of a sharp increase in the number of infections this week, senior government officials said on Monday.
Factbox: China commodity exchanges act to contain virus-driven volatility
China’s commodity exchanges have rolled out a series of measures – from raising margin requirements and trading limits to halting trade completely – to help maintain market stability as coronavirus panic spreads across the globe.
EU moves to start membership talks with Albania, North Macedonia: draft
The European Union will start membership negotiations with Albania and North Macedonia, according to a draft unanimous decision by the bloc’s 27 member states, which was seen by Reuters on Monday and is expected to be finalised this week.
Germany’s infection curve could be flattening off, public health chief says
There are signs that the exponential upwards curve in new coronavirus infections in Germany is flattening off for the first time thanks to social distancing measures in force, the head of the country’s public health institute said on Monday.
Governor of Japan’s capital urges cooperation to avoid city lockdown
The governor of the Japanese capital warned on Monday that a lockdown of the city was possible if it saw an explosive rise in coronavirus cases, and called on event organizers and residents to exercise restraint to avoid such a drastic step.
Britain brings in emergency measures to prop up rail network
Britain said on Monday it was taking emergency measures to help its rail network survive a 70% drop in passenger numbers as coronavirus stops many people from traveling.
UK considering closing non-essential retail: BBC political editor
Britain is considering closing all non-essential retail shops as it tightens measures to keep people at home over coronavirus, the BBC’s political editor reported on Monday.
Britain now has access to 12,000 ventilators: health minister
Britain now has access to 12,000 ventilators after it bought more from existing providers and its manufacturers are stepping up further production, Health Minister Matt Hancock said on Monday.
