China Reports 2 New Confirmed Cases and 31 Asymptomatic Infections One Day Before the Two Sessions

[Asia Economy Beijing=Special Correspondent Park Sun-mi] On the afternoon of the 21st, as China's largest political event, the Two Sessions, began, 2 new confirmed COVID-19 cases and 31 asymptomatic infections were added within China over the previous day.

On the 21st, the National Health Commission of China (NHC) announced that as of midnight, 2 new confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported in China. One imported case infected overseas entered China and was reported in Guangdong Province. Additionally, a new confirmed COVID-19 case infected within China was reported in Shanghai.

The Chinese government also reported 31 new asymptomatic infections, which are not included in the official confirmed case statistics, within one day. As a result, the total number of asymptomatic infections currently under medical observation in China reached 375. Asymptomatic infections refer to individuals who test positive for COVID-19 but do not exhibit specific symptoms such as fever, cough, or sore throat.

Premier Li Keqiang held a COVID-19 response leadership group meeting the previous day and instructed to thoroughly carry out COVID-19 prevention and control measures during the Two Sessions. Premier Li stated, "The COVID-19 situation within China is effectively controlled, but localized concentrated COVID-19 risks still exist. A certain number of asymptomatic infections continue to appear. This must never be taken lightly and should be regarded as an important matter to block transmission."

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