KARACHI: Atif Mian, Pakistani-American economist and former member of the prime minister’s economic team, has suggested several action steps in order to combat the spread of COVID-19 in Pakistan. In a series of tweets on Saturday, the economist advised the government to take bold steps if they want to save citizens from the pandemic. “Pakistan is on an explosive coronavirus trajectory and needs to take immediate, bold and clear-headed steps to protect its people and the economy,” said Mian. He suggested that Pakistan implement a national lockdown, shutting all non-essential activities and gatherings to stop contagion. “The continuous testing and contact-tracing will tell you when and where you can start easing up to bring the economy towards normalcy.

Source: Pakistan Today March 21, 2020 13:30 UTC