Newsletter/2020-23 March 27. 2020

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China's Battle Against COVID-19 (23)

President Xi Jinping calls for all-out global war against COVID-19 at extraordinary G20 summit

Now is a crucial moment, a time for us to rise up to challenge and act with swiftness. I am convinced that through solidarity and mutual assistance, we will prevail over this outbreak and we all will embrace a brighter future for mankind! Xi puts forth four proposals to step up international cooperation and foster greater synergy so that "humanity as one could win the battle" against the COVID-19 pandemic. （ Read Xi's remarks. )

We need to be resolute in fighting an all-out global war against the COVID-19 outbreak, and a G20 health ministers’ meeting should be convened as quick as possible. We need to make a collective response for prevention and control at the international level. Discussions are needed regarding the establishment of regional public health emergency liaison mechanisms. We need to support international organizations in playing their active roles and a high-level meeting on international public health security should be convened in due course. We need to enhance international macro-economic policy coordination and prevent the world economy from falling into recession. China will continue to pursue a proactive fiscal policy and prudent monetary policy, expand imports and outbound investment to contribute to a stable world economy.

President Xi Speaks with President Trump on the Phone

President Xi Jinping on Friday took a phone call from President Donald Trump . Here are the main points made by Xi. China has acted in an open, transparent and responsible manner and provided timely updates on the outbreak. China stands ready to work with all parties to support WHO, enhance information and experience sharing, speed up joint research, and improve global health governance.

We need to enhance macroeconomic policy coordination to stabilize markets, boost growth and protect livelihood, and keep global supply chains open, stable and secure. It is the sincere hope of the Chinese people that the US will contain the spread of COVID-19 at an early date and reduce its impact on the American people. The current situation requires solidarity and cooperation between China and the US. The Chinese side will continue to share information and experience with the US without reservation. Chinese provinces, cities and businesses are sending medical supplies to the US. China is willing to help as its ability permits. It is hoped that the US side will take solid and effective steps to look after the Chinese citizens in the US and ensure their safety and well-being. The China-US relationship has reached an important juncture. It is hoped that the US will take substantive steps to improve the relationship and work with China to strengthen cooperation in areas such as outbreak preparedness and response.  Read the full news release.

Consul General Zhang Ping on Twitter : "The phone conversation between the two heads of states sends out a positive message for China-US cooperation on #COVID19 and provides important guidance for bilateral relations. Facing the common challenge, joint efforts are essential to the success of defeating the pandemic."

5 Potential treatments for COVID-19 So far there are no specific medications for COVID-19. But some drugs and therapies have been proven to be effective in treating patients. Favipiravir was developed to be used against viruses built around ribonucleic acid, including novel coronavirus. Patients treated with Favipiravir recovered more quickly and their lung conditions improved better. Chloroquine phosphate was developed to treat malaria. The drug has shown the potential to inhibit coronavirus growth during in vitro tests. Patients in serious condition have recovered more quickly after taking the medicine compared to other drugs. Plasma transfusion therapy has been used to treat critically ill patients. Convalescent plasma collected from patients who have recovered from COVID-19 contains antibodies that are effective in combating the virus. Remdesivir was developed as a treatment for Ebola. Studies showed that Remdesivir is effective in arresting the growth of the coronavirus in vitro, which means the procedure was conducted in a controlled environment outside of a living organism. Traditional Chinese medicine has played a big role in the prevention & treatment of COVID-19. Over 90% of patients have been treated with TCM.

Facts & Updates

As of midnight on March 27 (Beijing Time), Chinese mainland reports 54 new infections of COVID-19 (all imported cases) and 3 new deaths. The overall confirmed cases on the Chinese mainland had reached 81,394 , including 3,128 patients ( 921 in serious condition ) still receiving medical treatment in hospital, 74,971 patients having been discharged after recovery, and 3,295 people died of the disease.

China is willing to share its successful experience in fighting COVID-19. The Consulate is pleased to support a web-based seminar on March 30 and 31 . We welcome local medical professionals to join and interact with some of the most prominent experts from China. Click here for details.

Video Clip: Mayor Garcetti Thanks for Support from Shanghai & Guangzhou

C onsul General Zhang Ping on Twitter : " China & US share a strong bond through close inter-city and people-to-people connections. We will work closely with L.A. City and its people in fighting against #COVID19. A friend in need is a friend indeed. No matter in good times or in bad times, friendship matters.  @ MayorofLA "

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