Coronavirus 161 new cases in South Korea kill 7 people at 12:31 on February 24

In South Korea, the spread of the new coronavirus has increased by more than 160 to 763, with seven deaths, and the spread of the infection has not been stopped.

The South Korean government announced on the morning of the 24th that an additional 161 people have been infected with the new coronavirus, up 763, and that two have died, up to seven.

For the fourth consecutive day, more than 100 new cases have been identified, of which 129 are from churches in southern Daegu.

The Korean government has been focusing on responding in this area by designating Daegu and its surroundings as “Specially Managed Areas,” but the spread of infection has not been stopped, and “The spread of infection is fast. Taking into account the possibility of nationwide proliferation in consideration of the points, we will strengthen our response. "

Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-hwa, on May 23, visited Geneva, Switzerland, to talk with WHO Secretary-General Tedros of the World Health Organization to explain the situation and response on the Korean side, and to contain the infection. Agreed to strengthen cooperation with the international community.