We also similarly helped some of the citizens of our neighbourhood countries," Modi said. ‘Covid-19 was not underestimated’During the videoconference, Modi thanked all for joining this special interaction at a short notice. "I specially thank our friend Prime Minister Oli who has joined us almost immediately after his recent surgery," he said. Nepalese Prime Minister KP Sharma Ali underlined the importance of community awareness and effective mobilization to control the spread of virus. Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, president of the Maldives, also welcomed Modi‘s suggestion of setting up an emergency fund to fight the coronavirus outbreak.

Source: Dhaka Tribune March 15, 2020 12:00 UTC