More than thirty countries affected, nearly 2,800 deaths worldwide, measures adopted by certain states ... The epidemic of the new coronavirus continues its inexorable spread, with its share of consequences, particularly economic.

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The new coronavirus continues to expand. As the days go by, the epidemic becomes more and more global. It is obviously China, where the disease appeared, which pays the heaviest toll, with nearly 78,000 people affected, of which more than 2,700 have died. But the virus is now installed in more than thirty countries, in which it has made more than 40 dead and 2,500 contaminations. France is not spared, since two new cases were announced Tuesday. And if action is taken at the state level, with quarantine and the cancellation of several events, the world is "just not ready" to deal with it, warned a WHO expert. Europe 1 invites you to follow the development of the situation on Wednesday.

Information to remember

- Two new cases were confirmed Tuesday in France

- The US military has reported its first case, a soldier posted to South Korea

- In Europe, Italy remains by far the most affected country. French are advised not to go to the north of the country

Slowing growth in China?

If the concern remains very great, a shy clearing came from China Wednesday morning. The country has indeed announced the lowest daily balance for three weeks. 52 people still died from the coronavirus in the past 24 hours, all in Hubei province, in the center of the country.

The luxury sector in Italy is suffering

If two new aces were announced in France, it is indeed Italy which remains, by far, the most affected country in Europe, with more than 300 people infected, and a dozen deaths. In Milan, the scene of Fashion Week, the luxury sector is feeling the brunt of the situation, with empty shops and a dramatic drop in the number of Asian tourists. Find our distribution here.

Children keep a cool head

Europe 1 went to a Parisian school where, against all odds, the students did not show too much sign of concern. "Me, I don't think it's really dangerous," said Louane. "I am not going to wear a mask because there are not many people who are infected. It is useless to panic before the time."