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New Atlanticist

Mar 10, 2020

Italy locks down whole country on coronavirus, New York cases rise

By Atlantic Council

Italy imposed a country-wide lockdown to contain the spread of coronavirus, imposing travel restrictions and a “stay home” order as carriers including British Airways suspended flights. Cases in New York overtook those in Washington and California, while China showed signs of a slowdown in infections.

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New Atlanticist

Mar 9, 2020

Italy imposes “massive shock therapy”; Oil, stock markets tumble

By Atlantic Council

The number of cases of Coronavirus surpassed 110,000, while oil prices had their sharpest falls in almost thirty years, roiling stock markets worldwide. Italy imposed a lock-down of swathes of the wealthy north of the country, affecting 16 million people, in a bid to contain the spread of the virus.

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The future is here

Mar 6, 2020

As impact of Coronavirus widens, WHO says: “This is not a drill”

By Atlantic Council

The number of cases of Coronavirus went beyond 100,000, with a jump in new incidents of the virus recorded in countries from Italy to France and Iran, increases in the United States and new cases from countries including the Netherlands. The World Health Organization (WHO) called for concerted action by government to stem the crisis.

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New Atlanticist

Mar 5, 2020

California declares state of emergency, UK cases jump

By Atlantic Council

California declared a state of emergency to contain the spread of coronavirus, as a cruise ship with sick passengers and crew stood offshore from San Francisco. The UK reported a jump in cases, while Italy took unprecedented steps even after the closure of schools and universities yesterday.

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New Atlanticist

Mar 4, 2020

World Bank pledges more than $10 billion, Italy closes schools to curb virus

By Atlantic Council

The World Bank has promised more than $10 billion in support to developing countries to help them contain the spread of the virus. Cases surged in South Korea, Malaysia, and India, while Italy closed all its schools and universities for two weeks.

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New Atlanticist

Mar 3, 2020

Global policymakers move to shore up economy as coronavirus hits

By Atlantic Council

Global finance authorities are moving to show their willingness to support economies as data shows the risks of slowing growth. More companies signaled travel bans or other measures to limit social interaction, as they ramped up on home working and virtual meetings.

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New Atlanticist

Mar 2, 2020

Coronavirus could spark global recession, OECD warns

By Atlantic Council

A leading international organization warned of the risks of global recession sparked by coronavirus. Earlier, stock markets had recovered after central bank announcements aimed at reassuring investors. More cases were confirmed globally, with a second death in the United States. Disruptions to business and travel increased.

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