France, Germany Followed by 2 New COVID-19 Cases Confirmed in the UK

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Cheol-young] Confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus infection (Wuhan pneumonia) have been reported in the United Kingdom as well.

On the 31st (local time), according to local media, Professor Chris Whitty, Chief Medical Officer for England, announced that two people tested positive for the novel coronavirus infection. This follows confirmed cases in Germany and France, marking the first cases in the UK.

The two confirmed cases are family members and are receiving treatment from NHS (National Health Service) medical staff. Professor Whitty stated, "The NHS is well prepared to manage the infection," and explained, "We are identifying contacts to prevent further spread." He also emphasized close cooperation with the World Health Organization (WHO).

On the morning of the same day, a UK charter flight departing from Wuhan, China, was reported to have carried 27 passengers, including 83 UK nationals and citizens of European Union (EU) member countries. The charter flight arrived at Brize Norton Air Base in the afternoon and the passengers will be quarantined at NHS facilities for two weeks.

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