Chinese officials reported 1,886 new cases — the first time the daily figure has fallen below 2,000 since January 30 — bringing the mainland China total to 72,436. Outside China, there have been 827 cases of the disease, known as COVID-19, and five deaths, according to a Reuters count based on official statements. It could also be that the unprecedented public health measures introduced in China are having the desired effect." Economists are warning of potential mass layoffs in China later this year if the virus is not contained soon. "We postponed some shooting due to the coronavirus outbreak, and that's had a huge impact on our revenues.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 18, 2020 16:41 UTC