Economist Podcasts Mitigating circumstances: coronavirus spreads
Feb 25, 2020
Miranda Johnson, Southeast Asia correspondent for The Economist, shares her insights on Malaysia's tumultuous political scene marked by ethnic divides and leadership turmoil. Anshul Pfeffer, the Israel correspondent, explores how the debate over Sabbath bus services reflects deeper political tensions in Israel, revealing the clash between religious traditions and secular needs. Both guests unpack the varied global responses to the coronavirus pandemic, highlighting the urgent need for effective policies and the profound effects on public health and economies.
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Varying Government Responses to Coronavirus
- Governments are taking different approaches to the coronavirus outbreak, from strict quarantines to more open information sharing.
- The WHO advises preparing for a potential pandemic, focusing on mitigation strategies like social distancing.
Iran's Coronavirus Challenges
- Iran faces challenges in confirming coronavirus cases due to economic sanctions hindering medical supply imports, including diagnostic kits.
- The Iranian government's lack of transparency fuels public skepticism about the true scope of the problem.
South Korea's Transparency
- South Korea has been transparent about its coronavirus situation, closing off the city of Daegu, the epicenter of the outbreak.
- They are using alerts and movement tracking to warn people about potential exposure.