[Asia Economy Reporter Naju-seok] Cases of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) have been confirmed in Indonesia as well.


On the 2nd, Indonesian President Joko Widodo announced at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta that two COVID-19 patients had been identified.


Indonesia, with a population of 270 million, had previously reported no COVID-19 cases, raising doubts within the international community. In this regard, there were also concerns that Indonesia might not be conducting proper testing.



President Widodo stated, "The two patients are receiving treatment at a hospital." However, he did not provide detailed information about the patients' conditions.


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