BEIJING – China reported a sharp decrease in the number of new deaths and new cases of the coronavirus on Feb. 22, while its central bank predicted a limited short-term economic impact and said the country was confident of winning the fight against the epidemic.
Reuters: China coronavirus cases fall; infections rising elsewhere
People wearing facemasks as a preventative measure following a coronavirus outbreak which began in the Chinese city of Wuhan, line up to purchase face masks from a makeshift stall after queuing for hours following a registration process during which they were given a presales ticket, in Hong Kong on Feb. 5, 2020.
