French President `` Last Crisis in 100 Years '' Requests School Closure and Elderly Home Stay March 13 at 6:55
France's President Macron will give a speech on Tuesday to shut down all schools in the country from next week to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus infection, and elderly people over 70 who are more likely to become ill if they become ill. To stay at home as much as possible.
In France, 2,876 people have been infected with the new coronavirus as of the 12th, and 61 people have been infected.
In response, President Macron addressed television on Thursday night, saying, "Infections have spread worldwide and are affecting every country in Europe. This is the biggest health crisis in France over the last 100 years. "
In addition, to prevent the spread of the infection, all schools in Japan, including kindergartens and universities, will be closed from next week. Called to stay at home.
On the other hand, the unification local election, which is scheduled to be voted across France this weekend, will be implemented after taking measures to prevent infection, and public transport will continue to operate.
In addition, President Macron met with President Trump of the United States, chair of the G7 = Seven Summits, on the 13th, indicating his intention to discuss responsible measures as the G7.