Peugeot·Citro?n Evacuate 38 Employees and Families in Wuhan

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[Asia Economy Reporter Jeong Hyunjin] French automobile manufacturer PSA Group has decided to evacuate local employees and their families from Wuhan, China, the epicenter of the novel coronavirus outbreak, AFP reported on the 25th (local time).

According to the report, PSA issued a statement saying, "Evacuation operations are underway with the cooperation of Chinese authorities and the French Consulate General in China," adding, "Transportation, accommodation, and other considerations are being addressed."

Although PSA did not disclose the number of evacuees separately, AFP reported that the total number of evacuees, including employees and their families in Wuhan, is 38. They are expected to be quarantined in Changsha, located 300 km from Wuhan, before returning to France.

The quarantine period has not been specified. However, since the incubation period of Wuhan pneumonia is up to 14 days, it is expected that a process to confirm the presence of infection will be conducted.

Meanwhile, French authorities also announced that they are discussing plans to evacuate their nationals from Wuhan. The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated, "We are consulting with Chinese authorities on a 'final option' to enable French nationals to leave Wuhan," and said that the French consul in Wuhan is currently in contact with French nationals in the city.

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