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First Afghan hospital doctor dies from COVID-19 in Kabul

An Afghan physician infected with the novel coronavirus died from the virus on Monday, authorities confirmed. "With deep regrets, we declare the death of Dr. Hanifullah Hanif, specialist physician in

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Expert says global COVID-19 could be controlled "by June" if most countries act like China

Renowned Chinese respiratory specialist Zhong Nanshan said Thursday that if most countries act like China, attaching national-level importance to response efforts, the

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China’s 11-year ascent to trading powerhouse benefits HK

It's 11 years since China entered the World Trade Organization. Thanks to its entry, China has become more integrated into the global economy and grown stronger as the world's export powerhouse. And Hong Kong - long seen as the ideal "first stop" for mainland enterprises looking to explore foreign markets - has also benefitted from China's WTO accession.