Italy has overtaken China as the worst country with the most virus-linked deaths, with 3,405 as well as 41,035 cases. Among the other worst-affected countries is Iran with 1,433 deaths and 19,644 cases, Spain, with 1,002 deaths and 19,980 cases, France with 372 deaths and 10,995 cases, and the US with 205 deaths and 14,250 cases. No new domestic cases in ChinaFor a second consecutive day China has reports no new domestic cases. Borders tightening, evacuationsBrazil as of Monday will prohibit entry to travellers from Europe and several Asia Pacific countries. The French government says it is working to organise the repatriation of some 130,000 of its citizens currently stuck abroad.

Source: Dhaka Tribune March 20, 2020 18:00 UTC