New virus pneumonia "I want quick response from the Chinese government" US Department of State January 23, 18:21
A U.S. State Department official told reporters Tuesday that he collected information through the U.S. Embassy in Beijing and the Consulate-General of Wuhan, and that the Chinese government had heard the situation. "I hope for a quick response. And emphasized that he was paying close attention.
In the United States, men living in western Washington have been infected with pneumonia, which is thought to be caused by a new type of coronavirus.
The official also noted that the Chinese government had previously concealed information on SARS, a new type of pneumonia, and said, "I was worried that China would only provide information that would be convenient this time to avoid shame." He pointed out that the Chinese government's response was "a sign that we understand the importance of the problem."
In addition, although this case of pneumonia has been confirmed in Taiwan, Taiwan is not allowed to participate in the annual meeting of the World Health Organization (WHO) because of opposition from China.
Senior officials emphasized his support for Taiwan by saying, "This is an important time. The United States will encourage Taiwan to participate in the WHO."
French Embassy of France unusual statement
The Chinese embassy in France released an unusual statement on Wednesday, urging Chinese tourists who seemed to be from Wuhan to go to hospital immediately after entering France with drugs to control fever and other symptoms. explained.
On the Internet, Chinese women claiming to be from Wuhan have passed through the quarantine by suppressing the symptoms of fever and cough with medicines, and posts on the SNS saying they had entered France and enjoyed meals with friends spread. Criticism was raised, such as "I'm insensitive."
The Chinese embassy in France was frequently contacted by phone or e-mail, suggesting that the embassy had a chance to avoid criticism by issuing an unusual statement.