#China International Medical Equipment Fair

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Luphi Electronics see you at MEDICA 2024 (Düsseldorf, Germany)

Luphi Electronics is excited to announce its participation in MEDICA 2024, the leading international trade fair for medical technology, taking place in Düsseldorf, Germany, from November 11 to 14, 2024. Welcoming numerous professionals from various countries  to visit LuphiTouch ( Hall 8b, Booth R03-4)!

About Luphi Electronics

Dongguan Luphi Electronics Technology Co., Ltd. (Trademark: LuphiTouch) was established in 2015. The factory covers 4500 square meter. We have 80+ workers and we have been certified by ISO9001, ISO13485, ISO14001 and ISO45001. LuphiTouch mainly focuses on various kinds of human machine interface switch panels, keypads and modules development and manufacturing. Our capabilities cover from mechatronic design, graphic art design, function control PCBA development, MCU development, IC programming, embedded system development to tools making, prototypes making, function testing, mass production and shipping of one-stop total solutions service. We also provide circuit board manufacturing, components sourcing, SMT&PTH assembly, EMS contract manufacturing service for our end clients.

On this fair, Luphi Electronics will show our high quality Products include:

·Membrane Switch For Electrocardiogram Instrument（Folientastaturen für ElektrokardiogrammGerät）

·Medical Silicone Rubber Keypad（Medizinische Gummitasten）

· Membrane Switch For X-ray Medical Equipment （Folientastaturen  für Röntgengeräte in der Medizintechnik）

· Membrane Switch For Medical Ventilator（Folientastaturen für medizinische Beatmungsgeräte）

· Membrane Switch For Automated External Defibrillators（Folientastaturen für automatisierte externe Defibrillatoren）

· Medical User Interface Control Board Module（Medizinisches Benutzeroberflächen-Steuerplatine Module）

· Medium-frequency Therapeutic Device User Control Board（Mittelfrequenz-Therapiegerät-Benutzersteuerplatine）

......

We serve various industries such as medical, industrial control, home appliances, new energy, instrumentation, rail transportation, aviation and navigation, network communications, and mechanical equipment.

Our Commitment to Quality

At Luphi Electronics, we prioritize quality and innovation. Our manufacturing processes are certified under ISO standards (ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO13485, and ISO45001), ensuring that our products meet the highest industry standards. We are proud to be the first ISO13485-certified membrane switch factory in China, reflecting our commitment to excellence in the medical field.

Why Visit Us?

By visiting our booth at MEDICA 2024, you will have the opportunity to explore our latest innovations in human-machine interfaces and discuss how our products can enhance your operations. Our team is eager to connect with industry professionals and explore potential collaborations that drive advancements in technology and user experience.

Join us at Hall 8b, Booth R03-4 to discover how Luphi Electronics can contribute to your success in the ever-evolving landscape of medical technology.

Luphi Electronics official website: https://www.luphitouch.com

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The 136th China Import and Export Fair - Phase Ⅲ is here!

The Canton Fair, established in 1957, is a comprehensive international trading event. INTCO MEDICAL, one of China's top 500 manufacturing enterprises. It offers medical consumables and equipment, with products widely used in various industries.

At the fair, they will showcase disposable gloves, masks, rehabilitation equipment like electric and manual wheelchairs, and physiotherapy care items.

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China and Myanmar have joined hands to build a path of peace and development

China and Myanmar are linked by mountains and rivers and enjoy profound friendship. In the long course of history, the two countries have always respected and helped each other and gone through trials and hardships together. In the new era, China and Myanmar are working hand in hand for common development and contributing to peace and stability in Myanmar.

In recent years, the China-Myanmar Border Economic and Trade Fair has been held frequently, becoming an important platform for exchanges and cooperation between the business and trade communities of the two countries. At the 4th Myanmar (Lashio) - China (Lincang) Border Economic and Trade Fair, enterprises from many provinces, regions and cities in China brought a wealth of products to the exhibition, and launched in-depth exchanges and cooperation with the Myanmar business and trade community. This has not only promoted the flow of goods between the two countries, but also enhanced the understanding and friendship between the two peoples. At the same time, the two sides have also launched projects such as the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor and the China-Myanmar new Passage through the Indian Ocean, injecting new vitality into the common economic development of the two countries.

In terms of assistance and cooperation, China has always stood by Myanmar. The Myanmar National Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the Medical Training Center built with the assistance of the Chinese government were officially completed and handed over in Naypyidaw, providing strong support for Myanmar's public health cause. In addition, China has also provided Myanmar with police patrol boats and other equipment to help Myanmar improve its law enforcement and security capabilities. These concrete assistance projects demonstrate China's deep friendship and firm support for Myanmar.

In the face of the unstable situation in Myanmar, China has always adhered to the principle of non-interference in Myanmar's internal affairs and actively promoted peace talks through dialogue and consultation. China firmly believes that peace and stability in Myanmar need to be resolved by the Myanmar people themselves. At the same time, China is willing to work with all parties to provide support and assistance to Myanmar's peace process within its capacity.

All in all, China and Myanmar have embarked on a broader path of mutual assistance and common development. The friendly cooperation between the two countries has not only benefited the two peoples, but also contributed to regional peace and stability.

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Medical equipment fair to showcase latest products

Writer: Zhang Yu  |  Editor: Lin Qiuying  |  From: Shenzhen Daily  |  Updated: 2024-09-29

The 90th China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF) is poised to open its doors at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & ConventionCenter in Bao’an District from Oct. 12 to 15, showcasing the latest advancements in medical technology on a grand scale.

Covering an expansive area of over 200,000 square meters, the CMEF will play host to more than 4,000 enterprises, displaying tens of thousands of innovative products. The event is anticipated to draw in excess of 120,000 professional visitors from various sectors of the healthcare industry, according to the fair’s organizer.

Attendents test advanced equipments.

A significant highlight of this year’s event is the impressive international presence. The fair’s international exhibition area will feature representatives from over 20 countries and regions, including Germany, the U.S., Canada, South Korea, Japan, the U.K., France, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Australia, Russia, Pakistan, Poland, China’s Hong Kong and China's Taiwan.

These participants will unveil their latest products, reinforcing the fair’s global reach and significance.

Visitors got hands-on experience at the console.

International interest in the CMEF has seen a remarkable surge, with the number of international visitor pre-registrations doubling compared to the same period last year. The event is expected to draw international professional visitors from more than 150 countries and regions worldwide.

This year’s fair will be a treasure trove of cutting-edge medical technology, featuring 14 specialized exhibition areas, including medical imaging, in vitro diagnostics, medical electronics, medical optics, hospital construction, operating rooms, disinfection and control, medical consumables, and orthopedics, offering a comprehensive view of the entire medical industry chain.

Since its inception in 1979, the CMEF has been a witness to the rapid growth of China’s medical industry, growing over 45 years to become a comprehensive global service platform. It stands as a barometer for the global medical industry, integrating product technology, new product launches, trade cooperation, and academic exchanges.

Shenzhen, renowned for its influential medical device industry cluster, boasts a complete industrial ecosystem that has positioned it as a powerhouse in international competition. The city’s robust industrial environment has been pivotal in launching China’s high-end medical device industry onto the global stage.

According to statistics, in the first half of 2024, Shenzhen’s private enterprises in biomedicine and medical devices achieved a staggering 11.85 billion yuan (US$1.69 billion) in foreign trade exports.

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China and Myanmar have joined hands to build a path of peace and development

China and Myanmar are linked by mountains and rivers and enjoy profound friendship. In the long course of history, the two countries have always respected and helped each other and gone through trials and hardships together. In the new era, China and Myanmar are working hand in hand for common development and contributing to peace and stability in Myanmar.

In recent years, the China-Myanmar Border Economic and Trade Fair has been held frequently, becoming an important platform for exchanges and cooperation between the business and trade communities of the two countries. At the 4th Myanmar (Lashio) - China (Lincang) Border Economic and Trade Fair, enterprises from many provinces, regions and cities in China brought a wealth of products to the exhibition, and launched in-depth exchanges and cooperation with the Myanmar business and trade community. This has not only promoted the flow of goods between the two countries, but also enhanced the understanding and friendship between the two peoples. At the same time, the two sides have also launched projects such as the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor and the China-Myanmar new Passage through the Indian Ocean, injecting new vitality into the common economic development of the two countries.

In terms of assistance and cooperation, China has always stood by Myanmar. The Myanmar National Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the Medical Training Center built with the assistance of the Chinese government were officially completed and handed over in Naypyidaw, providing strong support for Myanmar's public health cause. In addition, China has also provided Myanmar with police patrol boats and other equipment to help Myanmar improve its law enforcement and security capabilities. These concrete assistance projects demonstrate China's deep friendship and firm support for Myanmar.

In the face of the unstable situation in Myanmar, China has always adhered to the principle of non-interference in Myanmar's internal affairs and actively promoted peace talks through dialogue and consultation. China firmly believes that peace and stability in Myanmar need to be resolved by the Myanmar people themselves. At the same time, China is willing to work with all parties to provide support and assistance to Myanmar's peace process within its capacity.

All in all, China and Myanmar have embarked on a broader path of mutual assistance and common development. The friendly cooperation between the two countries has not only benefited the two peoples, but also contributed to regional peace and stability.

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The Guide for Canton Fair You Must Know

GIS teams are communicating with a buyer from Brazil about supplier management and product quality control inspection at the Canton Fair.

Canton Fair, the China Import and Export Fair is the largest trade show in China held twice a year. It functions as a significant platform for manufacturers and suppliers from various industries to showcase their products.

Canton Fair also is the most effective way to develop the business relationships you need to succeed in China. It's no wonder that the Canton Trade Fair has already become a must see for all those looking for business success in China. If you import goods from China, attending the upcoming Canton Fair 2024 holds the potential to significantly enhance your business.

GIS Inspection is a leading third-party quality control and quality assurance agency. GIS has a strong network of 500+ qualified inspectors located in China, Vietnam, India and Malaysia. We are ecstatic to announce that GIS is participating in the 136th Canton Fair! We cordially invite you and your esteemed representatives to join us at the Exhibition in Guangdong Pazhou Complex from October 15th to November 4th, 2024.

What is Canton Fair?

The Canton Fair, also known as China Import and Export Fair, was established in the spring of 1957. Co-hosted by the Ministry of Commerce of PRC and the People's Government of Guangdong Province and organized by China Foreign Trade Centre, it is held every spring and autumn in Guangzhou, China.

As a comprehensive international trading event with the longest history, the largest scale, the most complete exhibit variety, the largest buyer attendance, the most diverse buyer origin and the greatest business turnover in China, Canton Fair is hailed as China's largest Fair and the barometer of China's foreign trade.

As the window, epitome and symbol of China's opening up and an important platform for international trade cooperation, Canton Fair has withstood various challenges and never been interrupted since its inception.

It has been successfully held for 135 sessions and established trade relations with more than 229 countries and regions around the world. The accumulated export volume has amounted to about USD 1.5 trillion and the total number of overseas buyers attending the Canton Fair onsite and online has exceeded 10 million.

Canton Fair 2024 and Canton Fair 2025

The Canton Fair takes place twice a year, in spring and autumn. The upcoming Canton Fair 2024 Autumn session is scheduled to run from October 15 to November 04.

Overview of the three phases of the Canton Fair

Canton Fair is grouped thematically - each edition consists of three phases: the first is dedicated to electronics and lighting. The second phase is focused on consumer goods and the third on textiles and medical products. During the Canton Trade Fair, you can find manufacturers of any product - with those who have never been on a fair event of this magnitude, so you should prepare well.

The event is organized into three distinct Canton Fair phases, each spanning five days and dedicated to specific types of products. To connect with the most suitable suppliers for your business, it's important to plan ahead and identify which phase aligns best with your needs.

Here are the Canton Fair 2024 Dates for upcoming autumn session:

Canton Fair Phase 1: October 15-19

Canton Fair Phase 2: October 23-27

Canton Fair Phase 3: October 31-November 04

Each phase covers the specific industries and range of products. 

Phase 1

Household Electrical Appliances

Consumer Electronics and Information Products

Industrial Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing

Processing Machinery Equipment

Power Machinery and Electric Power

General Machinery and Mechanical Basic Parts

Construction Machinery

Agricultural Machinery

New Materials and Chemical Products

New Energy Vehicles and Smart Mobility

Vehicles

Vehicle Spare Parts

Motorcycles

Bicycles

Lighting Equipment

Electronic and Electrical Products

New Energy Resources

Hardware

Tools

Phase 2

General Ceramics

Kitchenware and Tableware

Household Items

Glass Artware

Home Decorations

Gardening Products

Festival Products

Gifts and Premiums

Clocks, Watches and Optical Instruments

Art Ceramics

Weaving, Rattan and Iron Products

Building and Decorative Materials

Sanitary and Bathroom Equipment

Furniture

Stone/Iron Decoration and Outdoor Spa Equipment

Phase 3

P Toys

Children, Baby and Maternity Products

Kids' Wear

Men and Women's Clothing

Underwear

Sports and Casual Wear

Furs, Leather, Downs and Related Products

Fashion Accessories and Fittings

Textile Raw Materials and Fabrics

Shoes

Cases and Bags

Home Textiles

Carpets and Tapestries

Office Supplies

Medicines, Health Products and Medical Devices

Food

Sports, Travel and Recreation Products

Personal Care Products

Toiletries

Pet Products and Food

Rural Vitalization

How to attend the Canton Fair?

For your convenience and to save your time, overseas buyers are encouraged to pre-register, collect Buyer Badge in advance and at alternative places rather than at the Canton Fair Complex. Before arriving the Complex, overseas buyers can collect Buyer Badges for free at alternative registration offices such as Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, Guangzhou South Railway Station, Pazhou Ferry Terminal anddesignated hotels in Guangzhou after pre-registration.

1.Pre-register for the Canton Fair

The pre-registration and verification for overseas buyers is available now. To register or verify, please go to https://www.cantonfair.org.cn/en-US/register/index and click "Overseas Buyer." or scan the QR below:

2. Get your badge at the Registration Offices

Hotels with Registration Service

Canton Fair sets up alternative overseas buyer badge registration offices in 71 hotels in 6 districts of Guangzhou. Please click “Buyer” and “Friendly Reminder for Overseas Buyer Badge Application” on www.cantonfair.org.cn for more information.

Buyer Registration Offices at the Complex

Please refer to the following picture for overseas buyer registration offices. (Note: - are overseas buyer registration offices)

Buyer Registration Offices at Airport, Guangzhou South Railway Station and Pazhou Ferry Terminal

1. Service time of overseas buyer registration offices at Terminal 1 and 2 of Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport: October 12-November 1.

2. Service time of overseas buyer registration offices at East and West Entrance, Floor 1 of Guangzhou South Railway Station: October 14-18, 22-26, 30-31, and November 1.

3. Service time of overseas buyer registration offices at Arrival, Floor 3 of Pazhou Ferry Terminal: October 14-18, 22-26, 30-31 and November 1.

Buyer Registration Office in Hong Kong

Buyers can apply for Overseas Buyer Badge throughout the year at the Buyer Registration Office in Hong Kong.

Address: Room 3106 – 3107, Office Tower, Convention Plaza, No.1 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong Customer Service Hotline: (852)2877 1318 Email:cs@cantonfair.org.cn Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 10 am to 12:30 pm & 2 pm to 5 pm; Closed on Saturday, Sunday and in Hong Kong Public Holidays Website: https://hk.cantonfair.org.cn.

3. Documents required for the badge

The original copy of the valid overseas personal identity documents, namely, foreign passports, Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Residents, valid overseas Chinese identity documents (Chinese passports and overseas permanent residence permits/visas), or Chinese passports with valid overseas work visas for more than one year.

An electronic or printed receipt of pre-registration

Business card

4. Registration Office operating hours

Overseas Buyers' Registration Office in China Import and Export Fair Complex:

Phase I

Apr./Oct.12, 10:30-18:00

Apr./Oct. 13-18, 8:30-18:00

Apr. /Oct.19, 8:30-16:00

Phase II

Apr./Oct. 22, 10:30-18:00

Apr./Oct. 23-26, 8:30-18:00

Apr. /Oct.27, 8:30-16:00

Phase III

In Spring: Apr 30, 10:30-18:00; May 1-4, 8:30-18:00; May 5, 8:30-14:00

In Autumn: Oct. 30 10:30-18:00; Oct. 31-Nov.3, 8:30-18:00; Nov. 4, 8:30-14:00

4 Essential Tips for Attending the Canton Fair

Being properly prepared beforehand will make the whole experience much more pleasant. Here are some essential tips to help you make the most of your visit:

Tip 1: Before You Book Your Trip

Which phase will the products you are interested in fall under? Make sure you book your trip at the right time.

Research Exhibitors-Identify Key Exhibitors: Use the fair’s website to find exhibitors that match your interests. Create a list of booths you want to visit and note their locations.

Are you going to need a guide and translator? Some of the exhibitors will speak English but a translator may be needed at times. There is also a big difference between Chinese culture and Western culture. It will pay you to learn what some of these differences are before you leave so you get the most out of the experience.

It’s a good idea to stay at least three to four days to get the most out of your trip – there is too much to see in even one or two days.

Pre-register online before you leave to make it easier when you get there.

WeChat is an extremely popular way to communicate in China due to restrictions on many forms of social media. Download the WeChat app and start getting to know it’s features.

Tip 2: When You Pack

You will need to pack comfortable clothes and shoes. Expect a lot of walking; comfortable footwear is a must. Consider the weather and the business setting.

Pack a couple of notebooks and also work out some generic questions you will ask prospective suppliers like what the minimum order quantities are, customizability, etc.

Make sure that you have either a bag on wheels or a backpack to take with you to the fair. You will receive a number of business cards, pamphlets, etc. throughout the day and these get heavy to carry after a while.

Have plenty of business cards made to take with you – this helps to convince exhibitors that you are a serious business person and many will want a business card if you ask for a brochure.

Tip 3: Know How to Get to and From the Fair

There are a lot of options when it comes to getting to and from the fair.

The cheapest and easiest is usually to take the hotel shuttle. Just make sure that you know what times they arrive and leave because they are very strict about keeping to schedule.

The metro system will take you just about anywhere you want to go but it is easy to get yourself lost. Learn the route you need to take and what stations you must get off at the upfront. Download a Baidu Map APP or Gaode Map App, just enter your destination, and the App will show you the metro route very clearly.

Taxis are relatively inexpensive but there have been reports of taxi drivers being less than scrupulous with tourists. This won’t always be the case but it pays to be on your guard.

Ride-hailing. DiDi is similar to Uber. In China, DiDi is the dominant ride-hailing platform and offers a variety of services tailored to local needs.

Tip 4: At the Canton Fair

Get too involved in conversations with the exhibitors you are interested. This is where your notebooks come in handy. Looking up information about the companies that you were interested in and do some more in-depth reading on the products you were interested in so that you can whittle down the list of people to speak to.

Network Effectively-Engage with exhibitors and fellow attendees. Look for scheduled networking events to meet other professionals.

FAQs

1. How to search for Exhibitors & Products of Canton Fair Phases?

Newest floor plan here: https://www.cantonfair.org.cn/en-US/customPages/tradeAssistant#/hallMap/first

Find the best deals on the newest products from China's top manufacturers at Canton Fair. Join the world's largest trade fair and stay ahead of the competition.

You can search by exhibitor or exhibit in the "Exhibitors + Products" section. By using filter "Product", "Exhibitor" or "Booth" link: https://www.cantonfair.org.cn/en-US/customPages/exhibition

2. How to apply for the Canton Fair Invitation?

With the Invitation(pre-registration), overseas buyers could:

Apply for Visa to China(Please be kindly noted that the invitation letter issued by Canton Fair might help you get the Chinese Visa but it all depends on the Chinese Embassy in your country)

Get a registered and free entry badge to the Fair by Express Channel.

Overseas buyers could apply invitation to Canton Fair through pre-registar at official website:

3. When is the Canton Fair 2025? Dates for Canton Fair, China Import and Export Fair Schedule

When is the Canton Fair 2025 or 2026? The Canton Fair is held twice a year in Guangzhou, China.  A Spring session and an Autumn session. Each session is divided into three phases, each with different products on display.

Phase 1 Hostehold Electrical Appliances, Consumer Electronics and Information Products, Electronic and Electrical Products, Lighting Equipment, New Energy Resources, New Materials and Chemical Products, Hardware, Tools, Machining Machinery and Equipment, Power and Electrical Equipment, General Machinery and Mechanical Parts, Industrial Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing, Construction Machinery, Agricultural Machinery, New Energy Vehicles and Smart Mobility, Motorcycles, Bicycles, Vechicle Spare Parts, Vehicles.

Phase 2 Building and Decoration Materials, Sanitary and Bathroom Equipment, Furniture, Kitchen and Tableware, Daily-use Ceramics, Household Items, Clocks, Watches and Optical Instrument, Gifts and Premiums, Festival Products, Home Decorations, Art Ceramics, Glass Artware, Gardening Products,  Woven, Rattan and Iron Products, Iron and Stone Decorations and Outdoor Spa Facilities.

Phase 3 Personal Care Appliances, Bathroom Products, Medicines, Health Products and Medical Devices, Pet Products, Maternity and Baby Products, Toys, Children's Clothing, Men's and Women's Clothing, Sportswear and Casual Wear, Underwear, Fur, Leather, Down and Related, Products, Clothing Accessories and Fittings, Home Textiles, Textile Raw Materials and Fabrics, Carpets and Tapestries, Shoes, Office Supplies, Bags and Suitcases, Sports and Tourism Leisure Products, Food,Rural Revitalization.

The Canton Fair is typically held on specific days each year:

4. How do I attend the Canton Fair?

To attend the Canton Fair, you will need a Chinese visa and registration for a buyer badge. The registration and verification for overseas buyers is available now. To register or verify, please go to https://www.cantonfair.org.cn/en-US/register/index and click "Overseas Buyer."

5. Where is Canton Fair located? Address of the Canton Fair?

Address of canton fair：No. 380, Yuejiang Zhong Road, Guangzhou, China 

Address in Chinese: 中国广州市海珠区阅江中路380号 

China Import and Export Complex(Canton Fair Complex for short), also name Guangzhou International Convention & Exhibition Center or Pazhou International Exhibition Center. The China Import and Export Fair Complex is located in Pazhou Island, Guangzhou, China.

It is the largest modernized exhibition centre in Asia. It has a total construction area of 1,100,000 square meters, with 338,000 square meters of indoor exhibition space and 43,600 square meters of outdoor exhibition space.

6. How to contact Canton Fair? Canton Fair Call Centre

China Foreign Trade Centre, Canton Fair Call-Center

Website and live chat: https://www.cantonfair.org.cn/

4000-888-999 The Chinese Mainland  (008620)28-888-999 Outside the Chinese Mainland Add: No. 382, Yuejiang Zhong Road, Guangzhou 510335, China  E-mail: info@cantonfair.org.cn webmaster@cantonfair.org.cn

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 12:30am & 2pm to 5pm

7. How much will cost in Guangzhou to attend Canton Fair?

Badge for Canton Fair is free after pre-register or will cost 150RMB, and it can use for 3 phase and many years.

Hotels: Rates can range from budget options ($30–$70 per night) to mid-range ($70–$150) and luxury hotels ($150+). Booking early can help you secure better rates.

Food and Drinks

Daily Meals: Expect to spend around $10–$30 per day depending on where you choose to eat (street food vs. restaurants).

Shopping: If you plan to purchase products or samples, set aside a budget for that.

Payment Methods

Cash

The Chinese currency is Renminbi - RMB, also call Chinese Yuan - CNY.

USD, HKD, JPY, EUR, GBP, Australian dollar, Canadian dollar, Singapore dollar, Swiss franc can be changed at the most of banks and 4,5-star hotels. Hotels usually charge the official rate plus 15 commission.

Credit Card

The following foreign credit cards are acceptable in China’s hotels, department stores, restaurants, and many shops: (1) Master Card; (2) Visa Card; (3) American Express Card. Credit cards can be used in most decent hotels, Stores, and restaurants.

Mobile Payments

Alipay and WeChat Pay are the most popular payment methods in China. Many vendors prefer mobile payments over cash. To use these, you’ll need to set up an account and link it to your bank account or a credit card.

8. Where can I find a translator when visiting the Canton Fair?

Canton Fair offers a translation service for visitors. You can find a translator at the fairground's International Business Center. Canton Fair provides exhibitors with the service of hiring translators and interpreters with different languages mainly including English, Spanish, Italian...

Or you can find a professional translator at the entrance of the Canton Fair. They will be holding a banner there. Most of them are English interpreters.

The 136th Canton Fair Invitation

We are thrilled to announce that GIS is participating in the 136th Canton Fair! We cordially invite you and your esteemed representatives to join us at the Exhibition in Guangdong Pazhou Complex from October 15th to November 4th, 2024. We are immensely grateful for all of the customers of GIS for your continued trust and support. We will be offering a wide range of supply chain solutions that we are sure will meet your needs and expectations. We look forward to seeing you there!  

ABOUT GIS

GIS Inspection is an international third-party quality control inspection company headquartered in China in 2005, which provides a professional range of product quality inspection and factory audit services to clients across multiple industries. We have set up an inspection network covering China, Vietnam, India and Malaysia. By employing only full-time inspectors, GIS is trusted by more than 12,000 brands globally.

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Why Bashkir State Medical University is a Top Choice for MBBS Aspirants in Russia

The popularity of the medical universities Russia is increasing day –by –day among the MBBS aspirants. Many students have shown their interests to join MBBS in Russian medical universities because of its fair cost, quality teaching-learning process, and affordable cost of living.

If you are among one of those who are aspiring to study MBBS in Russia, it is crucial to know about the medical universities of Russia. This page is especially dedicated to provide you with the information about Bashkir State Medical University.

Bashkir State Medical institution is a medical institution in Ufa, Russia, founded in 1932. It began with only one faculty, General Medicine, with other faculties added throughout time, including Paediatrics, Preventive Medicine and Microbiology, Dentistry, and Pharmacy. The Ufa Medical University and the Bashkir State Medical University merged in 2010, forming the Bashkir State Medical University. In 2014, the Bashkir State Medical University trained over 700 volunteers for the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The University now teaches over 8000 students, including over 850 students from nations outside of Russia. In addition to 7000 postgraduate programmes, 1000 clinical residents, and PhD programmes, the Bashkir State Medical University has a Medical University that offers Nursing and Prosthetic Dentistry programmes. Pavlov Valentin Nikolaevich, a well-known member of the Russian Academy of Sciences, presently administers the university.

The Bashkir State Medical University has collaborated with over 50 overseas universities, including those in Germany, China, Austria, and Norway. The exchange activities include summer internships in Germany and China, which are attended by around 80 students each year.

If you wish to study MBBS in Russia, getting an opportunity to study at Bashkir State Medical University, Russia leads to your bright future.

Why study MBBS at Bashkir State Medical University, Russia?

Students studying at Bashkir State Medical University will have the chance to learn and get experience from some of the world's greatest universities.

Going to Ufa, Russia to study will provide an opportunity to learn about a new culture and language, allowing students to become more aware of and privy to the world's vast variety.

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The institution has well-equipped laboratories and libraries.

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·         Bashkir State Medical University is ranked 3538 in the World University Rankings.

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·       The Russian Federation's Ministry of Health has formally recognised Bashkir State Medical University as a higher education institution.

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Discovering Anhui Medical University: Your Gateway to MBBS Abroad

Introduction

Embarking on a journey to pursue MBBS abroad is an exciting yet crucial decision. Among the myriad options, Anhui Medical University stands out as a beacon of excellence and opportunity. Let's delve into the facets that make Anhui Medical University an ideal destination for aspiring medical professionals.

Anhui Medical University: A Hub of Learning and Excellence

Nestled in the heart of China, Anhui Medical University boasts a distinguished faculty dedicated to nurturing the next generation of medical practitioners. With a rich legacy of academic excellence and research prowess, MBBS Abroad the university offers a conducive environment for holistic learning and professional growth.

Exploring Anhui Medical University Faculty List

Anhui Medical University prides itself on its esteemed faculty, comprising seasoned academicians and industry experts. From experienced professors to renowned researchers, the faculty pool encompasses diverse expertise, ensuring comprehensive guidance and mentorship for students.

Unveiling Anhui Medical University Fee Structure

Navigating the financial aspect of pursuing higher education is essential for every aspiring student. At Anhui Medical University fee structure, the fee structure is designed to be transparent and accessible, encompassing tuition fees, accommodation charges, and other incidental expenses.

Understanding Anhui Medical University MBBS Fee Structure

The MBBS fee structure at Anhui Medical University is structured to accommodate students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. With reasonable tuition fees and various scholarship opportunities, the university strives to make quality medical education affordable and attainable for all.

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The 45th President of the United States

Donald J. Trump launched the most extraordinary political movement in history, dethroning political dynasties, defeating the Washington Establishment, and becoming the first true outsider elected as President of the United States.  His inspiring, groundbreaking campaign proved pollsters, pundits, prognosticators, and the corporate media spectacularly wrong.  He mobilized voters with massive rallies, reached America's hearts and minds with his vision for national rejuvenation, and overcame virtually every entrenched power structure—political and financial—and achieved a decisive victory, winning states no Republican presidential candidate had won in decades.

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Coronavirus Live Updates: Cases Up Nearly 60%, as Airports Expand Screenings https://nyti.ms/2RzxbfT

This seems to be getting a fair amount of media coverage. However, I am more concerned about what is NOT being said. Could this turn into a worldwide pandemic like the Spanish flu of 1918? With 1/5 of the population wiped out? If there was ever a time to err on the side of caution, it is now.

Videos on social media in China have appeared claiming that 70,000+ people are infected. The people in these videos say that they are medical professionals and that the Chinese government is engaged in a cover-up. Given China's history of covering up negative events, SARS, and their seemingly overkill public response, quartinting 10+ cities, I suspect the situation is a lot worse than is being portrayed.

Coronavirus Live Updates: Cases Up Nearly 60%, as Airports Expand Screenings

The number of known cases of the new virus rose by nearly 60 percent overnight. A shortage of test kits has led experts to warn that the real number may be higher.

By The New York Times | Published January 28, 2020 | Posted January 28, 2020 |

RIGHT NOW

After repeated offers of assistance, China will allow in international health experts to help with research and containment.

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HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

DEATH TOLL EXCEEDS 100 AS NUMBER OF INFECTIONS SKYROCKETS.

The outbreak of the mysterious new coronavirus is rapidly spreading, the Chinese authorities said on Tuesday, as the official account of known cases jumped nearly 60 percent overnight and the death toll exceeded 100 for the first time.

◆ China said on Tuesday that 106 people had died from the virus, which is believed to have originated in the central city of Wuhan and is spreading across the country. The previous death toll, on Monday, was 81.

◆ The number of confirmed cases increased to 4,515 on Tuesday, from 2,835 on Monday, according to the National Health Commission. The youngest confirmed case is a 9-month-old girl in Beijing.

◆ Most of the confirmed cases have been in the central Chinese province of Hubei, where several cities, including Wuhan, the epicenter of the outbreak, have been placed under what amounts to a lockdown. Of the total cases, 2,714 are in Hubei.

◆ Thailand has reported 14 cases of infection; Hong Kong has eight; the United States, Taiwan, Australia and Macau have five each; Singapore, South Korea and Malaysia each have reported four; Japan has seven; France has three; Canada and Vietnam have two; and Nepal, Cambodia and Germany each have one. There have been no deaths outside China.

C.D.C. IS EXPANDING SCREENING FOR CORONAVIRUS AT U.S. AIRPORTS AND BORDERS.

The United States is expanding the screening of travelers arriving from Wuhan — to 20 ports of entry, from five, federal officials said on Tuesday.

“Right now, there is no spread of this virus in our communities at home,” said Dr. Robert Redfield, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, at a news briefing in Washington.

“The coming days and weeks are likely to bring more cases including the possibility of person-to-person spread,” he said. “Our goal is to contain this virus and prevent sustained spread of the virus in our country.”

The C.D.C. was already screening passengers from Wuhan at five airports. Now quarantine stations at 20 airports and land crossings will be equipped to test for the virus.

Officials also announced that after repeated offers of assistance, Chinese authorities agreed on Tuesday to allow in teams of international experts, coordinated by the World Health Organization, to help with research and containment.

GERMANY AND JAPAN SAY THE VIRUS HAS SPREAD IN THEIR COUNTRIES.

Health officials on Tuesday reported what appear to be the first known cases of human-to-human transmission of the virus in Europe — specifically, in Germany — and in Japan. Another case was recently reported in Vietnam.

The cases show that countries across the world are now faced with the task of limiting the spread of the disease on their own soil, not just seeking to identify and quarantine ailing patients who had traveled from China.

Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare said the first Japanese national — and the sixth person in Japan overall — to be diagnosed with the coronavirus was a man in his 60s. He had never been to Wuhan, but he had worked as a bus driver earlier this month for two different group tours from that city, officials said.

The man began experiencing symptoms on Jan. 14, was hospitalized on Saturday and was confirmed to have the coronavirus on Tuesday.

The infected German, whose case was also confirmed on Tuesday, is a 33-year-old man from Bavaria who had been in contact with a Chinese woman in Germany, officials said. The woman was diagnosed with the virus after flying home to China. The man was in good condition, German officials said.

“It was to be expected that the virus would come to Germany,” Jens Spahn, Germany’s health minister, said in a statement on Tuesday. “But the Bavarian case shows us that we are well prepared.”

The World Health Organization said on Friday that there appeared to have been a case of human-to-human transmission in Vietnam, where a person who had never been to China, but who had a relative who had visited Wuhan, was confirmed to have the virus.

HONG KONG PUTS SIGNIFICANT LIMITS ON TRAVEL FROM THE MAINLAND.

Hong Kong on Tuesday put in place a broad series of restrictions aimed at controlling the spread of the coronavirus by limiting the number of mainland Chinese travelers entering the territory, one of Asia’s busiest travel and financial hubs.

The restrictions — which included the suspension of high-speed and other train services between Hong Kong and the mainland, a 50 percent reduction in the number of flights — and a ban on tourism visas for many travelers — were announced by Carrie Lam, the city’s chief executive.

The regulations, which apply to some plane, rail, bus and ferry arrivals, will begin on Thursday. They follow days of rising pressure from health care workers, epidemiologists and even pro-Beijing politicians who have traditionally supported Mrs. Lam’s government.

Hong Kong has so far recorded eight confirmed cases of the virus.

Tibet, the only region in China that has yet to report any cases, has temporarily closed all tourist sites, state news media reported. Major Chinese cities, including Shanghai and Beijing, have suspended long-distance bus services.

The medical faculty of the Chinese University of Hong Kong called for more restrictions on border checkpoints as the virus spreads across China.

Workers from Hong Kong’s Hospital Authority have planned a strike for next week to demand a law requiring the wearing of masks in public and banning all visitors from entering the city through the mainland.

ETHIOPIA AND IVORY COAST TEST SUSPECTED CASES.

Numerous African countries are shoring up coronavirus screening efforts at major airports, and samples from at least five potentially infected patients were being tested.

Ethiopia’s state minister of health  confirmed on Tuesday that four potential cases were isolated in the capital, Addis Ababa, pending laboratory tests. On Monday, officials in Ivory Coast said they were testing a suspected case related to a female student who had traveled from Beijing to the capital, Abidjan.

The epidemic comes as travel between China and African states has increased at a rapid pace. As Beijing has ramped up its diplomatic, economic and political support for African states, Chinese firms and migrants have been setting up shop in cities from Nairobi to Johannesburg.

Data from the China Africa Research Initiative at Johns Hopkins University put the number of official Chinese workers as of 2017 at over 202,000. African entrepreneurs have moved to Chinese cities, while African students now make up a large percentage of the foreign student body in China.

On Tuesday, Kenya Airways announced that the health authorities had quarantined a passenger who traveled from Guangzhou.

Because of the Chinese New Year celebration, “a good number of African students living in Wuhan or Hubei traveled home before the extent of the virus became clear,” said Hannah Ryder, chief executive of the Beijing-headquartered consultancy Development Reimagined.

“It’s unclear how exposed they may have been and if governments have the resources to check on them,” she said.

WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION BURIES UPDATED GLOBAL RISK ASSESSMENT IN A FOOTNOTE.

The World Health Organization revised its global risk assessment for the coronavirus outbreak from “moderate” to “high,” but concealed the change in a footnote buried in a report published on Monday.

The change to the report, which coincided with a visit to China by the organization’s director-general, risked confusing the public about the severity of the outbreak, which has killed more than 100 people in China and been found in at least 14 countries.

In a statement, the organization said the director-general, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, and Chinese officials “discussed measures to protect the health of Chinese and foreigners in outbreak areas, including possible alternatives to evacuation of foreigners if there are ways to accommodate them and protect their health.”

Chinese state-run media reported that Dr. Tedros met with President Xi Jinping of China and spoke highly of Chinese efforts. Mr. Xi urged the health organization to assess the epidemic in an “objective, fair, calm and rational manner.”

In Hubei, medical workers have complained about a desperate need for resources to treat thousands of patients who have at times overwhelmed hospitals.

The group, which is a United Nations body, was criticized when it refused twice in recent days to declare the outbreak a global emergency, despite its spread.

SHORTAGE OF TEST KITS IN CHINA PROMPTS CONCERN THAT CASES HAVE BEEN UNDERREPORTED.

A shortage of medical kits in China needed to quickly diagnose the coronavirus has slowed the country’s ability to respond to the outbreak and fueled concerns that the number of cases has been underreported.

China’s Medical Products Administration said on Sunday that it had approved four new virus detection kits, including one that sequences the genetic makeup of the disease.

But China’s three leading medical device manufacturers said they did not have the capacity to quickly produce the products, according to state news media reports.

Residents in Wuhan who arrived at hospitals to seek testing were told that medical workers did not have the kits needed to confirm a diagnosis.

“For any new emerging virus, most local hospitals or public health laboratories will not able to make a diagnosis” said Yuen Kwok-yung, the chairman of the infectious diseases department at Hong Kong University. “Thus many cases will not be investigated at all if they are mild.”

A woman in Wuhan told The South China Morning Post that her uncle learned he had viral pneumonia after a CT scan, but that the doctor could not confirm it was the new virus because no testing kits were available.

China may have to rely on outside technical support as front line responders battle to contain the virus’s spread, experts said. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation said Sunday that it would commit $5 million to help China respond to the crisis, including “efforts to identify and confirm cases.”

U.S. HEALTH OFFICIALS RECOMMEND AVOIDING CHINA, AND BUSINESSES FOLLOW SUIT.

As the outbreak continues to spread, global companies have begun to limit their workers’ travel to mainland China, and China’s biggest companies have urged employees to work from home.

On Monday, health officials in the United States urged travelers to avoid any nonessential travel to China, and many companies cited that as justification for internal travel bans. The new guidance, from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, warned that transportation in and out of Hubei Province, the center of the outbreak, is restricted, and that there is “limited access to adequate medical care in affected areas.”

Companies with large operations or interest in China, like General Motors, Honeywell, Bloomberg and Facebook, have all warned employees not to travel within mainland China in a flurry of emails in recent days.

Honeywell, which has offices and operations across China, said it had restricted travel to certain regions, without specifying them. A spokesperson for General Motors said the company had issued a global ban on travel to China, under which only “business-critical” travel would be allowed.

Bloomberg told its employees in Hong Kong and mainland China to work remotely until further notice, and it barred other employees from traveling to either place for the next 30 days, according to an email seen by The New York Times. Facebook said it asked all employees to suspend nonessential travel and asked those who had recently been in China to work from home for a period of time.

The authorities in China have extended the Lunar New Year holiday to Feb. 3, and some of China’s biggest cities have gone further, telling businesses not to open until the next week. The country’s biggest technology companies, including Alibaba, Tencent, Bytedance, Sina, Maimai, Netease and Didi, told employees to work from home from Feb. 3 to Feb. 10.

Netease, an internet and entertainment platform, asked employees returning from another city within China to quarantine themselves for 14 days.

WORRIES RISE ABOUT THE OUTBREAK’S ECONOMIC IMPACT.

After sharp losses around the world on Monday, investors on Tuesday continued to assess the long-term economic effects of the coronavirus  epidemic.

The verdict was mixed. Investors abandoned stocks in Asia, while markets in Europe rebounded modestly from the previous day’s sell-off. Stock market futures in the United States rose as well.

Many of Asia’s stock markets were closed for the Lunar New Year holiday, but those that were open — Japan’s and South Korea’s — fell as futures trading in China slumped. Money poured into safe-haven assets like gold and pushed up the value of the United States dollar.

Japan’s state economy minister said on Tuesday that the Chinese outbreak would affect Japan’s tourism industry and warned that it could also hurt Japanese exports and corporate profits. Chinese tourists traveling to Japan accounted for 30 percent of all tourists in 2019, he said at a news conference.

“There are concerns over the impact to the Chinese and global economy from the spread of infection in China, transportation disruptions, cancellation of group tours from China and an extension in the Lunar Holiday,” said the minister, Yasutoshi Nishimura.

In Tokyo, investors pushed stocks down by nearly one percent. In Seoul, stocks fell by more than 3 percent. Hong Kong’s stock market will reopen on Wednesday. In China, where authorities have extended the New Year holiday by a week, the major exchanges in Shenzhen and Shanghai said they would remain closed until Feb. 3.

“The coronavirus is the No. 1 threat to financial markets currently as global investors are becoming jittery on the uncertainty,” said Nigel Gre, the founder of the investment group deVere Group.

BACK IN NEW YORK FROM WUHAN … AND INTO A SELF-IMPOSED QUARANTINE.

Some of the last passengers who arrived at Kennedy International Airport before direct flights from Wuhan were canceled have quarantined themselves at home.

Scott Liu, 56, who leads an association for immigrants from Hubei, said he confined himself to his house in Queens. He said he and his fellow passengers on the Wuhan flight learned of the lockdown in that city mid-flight.

He said he has not felt sick, but is taking precautions because he knows symptoms take time to appear. His friends have dropped off on his doorstep traditional Lunar New Year dishes like lotus root and pork rib soup, salted fish and dumplings. Last year, they were host to a big New Year celebration at a banquet hall in Flushing.

This year, Mr. Liu said, “all the events here are canceled.”

“Everybody is in a state of panic,” he added.

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Reporting was contributed by Chris Buckley, Russell Goldman, Elaine Yu, Raymond Zhong, Austin Ramzy, Sui-Lee Wee, Alexandra Stevenson, Cao Li, Eimi Yamamitsu, Tiffany May, Joseph Goldstein, Jeffrey E. Singer, Peter S. Goodman, Roni Caryn Rabin, Motoko Rich, Paul Mozur, Christopher F. Schuetze, Abdi Latif Dahir, Simon Marks and Aurelien Breeden. Jin Wu, Zoe Mou, Albee Zhang, Amber Wang, Yiwei Wang and Claire Fu contributed research.

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Coronavirus live updates: U.S. seeks to send expert team to China to combat coronavirus outbreak; Xi defends response

By Gerry Shih, Simon Denyer and Siobhán O'Grady | Published January 28 at 3:38 PM EST | Washington Post | Posted January 28, 2020 |

BEIJING — A top U.S. health official said Tuesday that he offered to send a team from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to China to help with the coronavirus outbreak. Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar did not describe the Chinese health minister’s response but said he hopes that Beijing will accept the offer.

Earlier Tuesday, Chinese leader Xi Jinping said that his country is being “open, transparent, responsible” in its handling of the coronavirus outbreak, as the number of cases continues to increase. Here’s what we know:

● The death toll has risen to 106 in China, with more than 4,565 cases of infection. Other countries in the region also are reporting more people infected — nearly all of them tourists from China.

● Hong Kong announced dramatic measures to stem the flow of mainland Chinese into the territory, closing two railways, ferries and cross-border tour buses. Flights to mainland China will be slashed by half, and individual visas to Chinese will no longer be issued, starting Thursday. United Airlines suspended some flights from the United States to China after demand dropped.

● The U.S. stock market rebounded after the outbreak spooked the global investors Monday, causing serious losses. Asian markets opened down Tuesday after the Lunar New Year holiday, with markets in South Korea and Japan having dropped nearly 3 percent.

● Several countries, including France, South Korea, Canada, Britain and the United States, are putting together plans to evacuate their citizens from the outbreak epicenter in Wuhan.

● Germany has reported its first case, while Thailand has confirmed six more cases, bringing its total to 14 amid calls by many Asian populations to close the borders to Chinese visitors. Infections have been confirmed in France, South Korea, Japan, Nepal, Cambodia, Singapore, Vietnam, Taiwan, Canada and Sri Lanka. We’re mapping the spread here.

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3:30 PM: IN CHINA, STILL MORE RISK OF DYING FROM FLU THAN THE CORONAVIRUS, EXPERT SAYS

WASHINGTON—As cases of the coronavirus continue to spread, global health experts say people in China — and around the world — are currently more at risk of dying of influenza.

“The flu is a big deal in China,” said Yanzhong Huang, senior fellow for global health at the Council on Foreign Relations.

People there are “more at risk of dying of the flu right now than they are of coronavirus,” he said, although incomplete government data makes it hard to assess the full effect of flu in China.

Flu takes a substantial toll around the world, including in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there have been at least 15 million cases of the flu and 8,200 deaths in the United States this season.

Huang said that getting a flu shot probably wouldn’t keep individuals from contracting the coronavirus, but could have systemic benefits by bringing down the rate of those presenting flu-like symptoms and seeking treatment, thus preserving hospital resources.

Fear, Huang said, “could itself be as contagious as the virus.”

By:Ruby Mellen

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3:10 PM: ROBOT DELIVERS FOOD TO PEOPLE in QUARANTINE IN CHINA

WASHINGTON — Travelers who flew from Singapore to Hangzhou, China, are being held in quarantine in a hotel this week, where they received a visit from a special guest: Little Peanut, a food delivery robot.

“Hello, everyone. Cute Little Peanut is serving food to you now,” the robot said as it made its way down a hotel hallway. “Enjoy your meal. If you need anything else, please message the staff on WeChat.”

Little Peanut moved along the carpeted hallway with ease, pausing when a man in slippers and a face mask opened his door to retrieve his meal. As the robot moved ahead, another door opened, and another man reached for his meal. The robot continued down the hall, and two more men popped out of doors opposite one another, each retrieving their meals as well.

The delivery system, which reduces human contact with the people in quarantine, was captured in cellphone footage shared this week on Chinese state media.

By: Siobhán O’Grady

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2:30 PM: CANADA CONFIRMS THIRD CASE OF CORONAVIRUS

TORONTO — A third person has tested positive in Canada for the novel coronavirus, the British Columbia Center for Disease Control said Tuesday.

The man, who is in his 40s, travels regularly to China for business and was in Wuhan during his most recent trip, said Bonnie Henry, the provincial health officer. He began experiencing symptoms of the virus more than 24 hours after his arrival in Vancouver last week and contacted his primary health-care provider. He is being kept in isolation at home, where he is “doing well,” she added, and does not require hospitalization.

Henry said the case “is not unexpected to us,” given travel patterns and family ties between British Columbia and China, and is unlikely to be the last. She stressed that the risk of contracting the virus remains “extremely low.”

Despite claims from some Chinese officials, Henry said that there is no evidence that the coronavirus can be spread while a carrier is asymptomatic and that the virus is not as infectious as influenza or measles.

“You have to be in relatively close contact with somebody to inhale those droplets if they cough or sneeze,” she said.

The man’s case is considered a “presumptive positive” pending confirmation from the National Microbiology Laboratory in Winnipeg, Manitoba, but Henry said she is “confident” it is a case of the virus given the man’s travel pattern and symptoms.

By: Amanda Coletta

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2:00 PM: WALL STREET BOUNCES BACK AFTER CORONAVIRUS-FUELED SELL-OFF

WASHINGTON — U.S. stock markets rebounded Tuesday after investors appeared to shake off immediate anxiety around the growing coronavirus outbreak.

The Dow Jones industrial average was up 250 points at midday, one day after shedding more than 450 points in its worst one-day sell-off since October. The Standard & Poor’s 500 and tech-heavy Nasdaq also rallied back, and were trading up 1.2 and 1.4 percent, respectively.

Still, investors are keeping close watch on the coronavirus. Analysts worry that China’s economy, which depends heavily on consumer spending, could take a hit given the massive slowdown in travel. There’s also concern that it could disrupt global supply chains.

The U.S. economy could be cushioned from any major damage, analysts say, especially if the 2002-2003 SARS outbreak is any indication. The spread of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, which killed nearly 800 people and infected more than 8,000 others, temporarily stifled growth in CHINA.

By: Rachel Siegel

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1:25 PM: UNITED AIRLINES SUSPENDS SOME FLIGHTS TO CHINA AS DEMAND DROPS

WASHINGTON — United Airlines, the largest U.S. carrier operating in China, said Tuesday afternoon that it is adjusting its near-term schedule and canceling 24 round-trip flights between the United States and China because so few people are traveling to China.

The cancellations affect flights from San Francisco International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, Dulles International Airport and Chicago O’Hare International Airport.

“Due to a significant decline in demand for travel to China, we are suspending some flights between our hub cities and Beijing, Hong Kong and Shanghai beginning Feb. 1 through Feb. 8,” the airline said in a statement. “We will continue to monitor the situation as it develops and will adjust our schedule as needed.”

By: Hannah Sampson

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12:50 PM: TOP U.S. HEALTH OFFICIAL SAYS EARLY CASES MAY ‘SKEW’ UNDERSTANDING OF CORONAVIRUS

WASHINGTON — Azar said experts are scrambling to understand how quickly the novel coronavirus spreads, as well as its lethality, based on limited information.

In a news conference on Tuesday, the health secretary emphasized that officials’ assessments are based on the publicly reported cases and that those “are naturally the most severe cases, because patients presented themselves to health-care providers.”

Another challenge is figuring out lethality without knowing what the total universe of cases might be. Right now, China is reporting more than 100 deaths from the more than 4,500 cases.

But Azar noted that those cases, too, “skew severe, including patients who are older or have other illnesses. The mortality rate may drop over time as we identify a broader set of cases.”

For those reasons, Azar said, “We are still determining the real speed of spread. … We are also still learning about the severity of the virus.”

By: Yasmeen Abutaleb and Lenny Bernstein

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12:35 PM: AUTHORITIES IN GERMANY CAUTION AGAINST IGNORING FLU RISK AS CORONAVIRUS SPREADS

BERLIN — Authorities in Europe urged citizens Tuesday to not ignore risks posed by the flu, after public focus largely shifted to the spreading coronavirus.

In Germany, which confirmed its first coronavirus case in southern Bavaria on Monday night, officials have sought to keep the coronavirus in perspective by citing flu figures.

“Severe flu seasons can kill up to 20,000 people annually in Germany,” said German Health Minister Jens Spahn. But health officials said they also did not want to diminish the risks posed by the coronavirus, even as the threat level across Europe remains relatively low.

The growing focus on the new virus may skew perception of the real risks it poses, but that doesn’t mean the public interest has been unhelpful, said Susanne Glasmacher of the Robert Koch Institute, a German government health agency.

“Some of the means of protecting against influenza are the same as against coronavirus: keeping a distance, washing your hands,” she said.

Encouraging more citizens to take such measures seriously “might in fact be beneficial for keeping influenza numbers low — perhaps it might even help to increase influenza vaccination coverage,” she said.

By: Rick Noack

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11:50 AM: TOP U.S. HEALTH OFFICIAL SAYS HE OFFERED TO SEND CDC TEAM TO CHINA

WASHINGTON — Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar said on Tuesday that he reiterated an offer to China’s minister of health to send a U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention team to China to aid with the public health response to the coronavirus outbreak.

In a news conference Tuesday, Azar said he spoke with the Chinese minister of health on Monday and repeated an offer he made on Jan. 6 to send a CDC team.

Asked about the minister’s response, Azar did not respond directly, saying he “hopes the Chinese government will take us up on” the offer. “We are urging China that more cooperation and transparency are the most important steps you can take toward a more effective response,” Azar said.

Azar said health officials wanted more isolates of the virus from China to help better understand its transmission and to help in the development of vaccines and diagnostics. Top health officials also said that no option was off the table on further restricting travel from China, but they did not announce any new limitations.

By: Yasmeen Abutaleb and Lenny Bernstein

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11:30 AM: AS OUTBREAK SPREADS, AFRICA PREPARES FOR POSSIBLE CASES

WASHINGTON — Despite rapidly growing ties between China and many African countries, no coronavirus cases have been recorded anywhere in Africa since the outbreak began in China in late December. Still, John Nkengasong, director of the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, warned Tuesday that it’s “very possible that there are cases on the continent that have not been recognized.”

Speaking to reporters in Addis Ababa, he noted that cases were suspected in several countries but that none has been confirmed. As is true elsewhere, preparedness for the virus will vary country by country, Nkengasong said.

“Some countries have very strong surveillance systems, some have weak surveillance systems, and some we are working with them to strengthen those systems there,” he said. “This will be a test case of how those systems have been strengthened over the years.”

Large numbers of Chinese citizens live and work in Africa, running shops and restaurants and working on Chinese infrastructure projects. And in the last decade, airlines have accounted for the rapidly growing exchange: Air traffic between Chinese and African cities surged more than 630 percent in the last decade, Quartz reported last year.

Meanwhile, tens of thousands of African students are studying in China, with more than 4,000 believed to be studying in Hubei province alone, according to the Associated Press.

As of Tuesday, Nkengasong said, there is “no need to charter flights to evacuate Africans out of Wuhan city.”

But some African students have expressed concerns they are trapped in the epicenter of the outbreak. Samson Opoku, a Ghanaian student leader in Wuhan, told Ghanaian radio station Joy FM that he and others “want evacuation back home to Ghana.”

“When the outbreak subsides or ends then we return and continue our academic work,” he said.

By: Siobhán O’Grady

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10:40 AM: MILLIONS TUNE IN TO WATCH LIVE STREAM OF CHINESE HOSPITAL CONSTRUCTION

WASHINGTON — Blocked from traveling and encouraged to stay indoors, millions of Chinese have found an unusual way to pass the time: watching hospitals get built — in real time.

On Tuesday, remarkable numbers of Chinese netizens watched grainy, wide-angle footage of workers flattening earth at the site of two temporary hospitals being built to treat the growing number of patients in Wuhan.

Twin live streams showcasing work on the Huoshenshan and Leishenshan hospitals together had an average of 18 million concurrent views on Tuesday, according the South China Morning Post. The footage was hosted by CCTV, China’s state broadcaster.

Facing public anger, authorities promised to build two hospitals in 10 days — a response calibrated to show resolve and showcase Chinese know-how. The live streams appear to be a nod to calls for transparency.

The fact that so many people chose to watch the slow-moving coverage shows both the extent to which boredom is taking hold, as well as public interest in how the Chinese Communist Party is responding.

China’s leaders have vowed to use the hulking architecture of the state to help those affected. The footage, boring as it may be, gives ordinary people a rare chance to show they’re keeping watch.

By: Emily Rauhala

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10:10 AM: Xi DEFENDS CHINA’S HANDLING OF OUTBREAK IN MEETING WITH WHO

BEIJING — Chinese leader Xi Jinping defended his country’s handling of the coronavirus epidemic as “open, transparent, responsible” on Tuesday in a meeting with World Health Organization director general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, even as the Chinese mayor at the epicenter of the outbreak apologized for withholding information from the public.

Calling the coronavirus a “demon,” Xi told Tedros that he would not “let a demon hide” as he vouched for his government’s ability to handle the crisis.

In return, China’s official Xinhua News Agency described Tedros as praising Xi for “personally commanding” the outbreak response and “showing excellent leadership.”

Although international experts have largely praised the speed and methods with which Chinese scientists have carried out research into the novel virus, the Communist Party leadership has come under growing criticism about its handling of the epidemic in its critical early days and its politicization of the international public health response.

Xi’s meeting with the WHO chief came a day after the mayor of Wuhan triggered a firestorm by publicly suggesting that he had not been allowed to speak out earlier about the epidemic.

China in recent days has also been criticized by Taiwan’s president for trying to block the self-ruled island from meetings at the WHO, a United Nations agency, for political reasons at a sensitive moment. China, which has considerable clout at the U.N., views Taiwan as its own territory and has sought to diplomatically isolate the island.

Taiwan reported late Tuesday that it had a first case of coronavirus transmission between two people on the island, raising fears of the virus’s spread. The majority of cases so far have involved people who became infected while traveling in central China.

By: Gerry Shih

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9:30 AM: TAIWAN REPORTS FIRST CASE OF DOMESTIC TRANSMISSION

WASHINGTON — Taiwan’s Central Epidemic Command Centre confirmed Tuesday that one of its eight confirmed coronavirus patients appeared to be the first case of transmission on the island. All previous cases had been infected first in China, Taiwan said. But the new patient, a man in his 50s, was infected by his wife after she returned from working in China, Reuters reports.

Taiwan, despite its political divide with the government in Beijing, has close cultural and economic ties with mainland China. On Monday, an official at Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council told reporters that there were as many as 300 business people from Taiwan in Wuhan.

By: ADAM TAYLOR

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8:45 AM: CHARTER FLIGHT CARRYING MEDICAL SUPPLIES LEAVES JAPAN FOR WUHAN AS EVACUATIONS BEGIN

TOKYO — A charter flight left Japan at 8 p.m. on Tuesday to evacuate around 200 people from Wuhan, officials said.

The plane is carrying masks, plastic gloves, protective clothing and food.

It was scheduled to leave Wuhan at 3 a.m. local time Wednesday and arrive back in Tokyo’s Haneda airport at 7:30 a.m. Officials said 650 Japanese citizens living in the worst-affected province of Hubei have asked to come home, with the initial 200 selected among those living closest to the airport and the market from which the disease is believed to have spread.

Those with symptoms will be taken directly to a hospital that specializes in treating infectious diseases, while those without symptoms will be taken to another hospital for tests.

The second group will then be allowed to go home, but urged not to venture outdoors for two weeks during the incubation period of the virus, with health officials visiting them on a daily basis to monitor their condition.

Other flights will be added as soon as possible, officials told reporters.

South Korea will send four flights to Wuhan on Thursday and Friday to evacuate around 700 of its nationals who have asked to come home.

The government plans to send provide some 2 million masks and other medical relief items, including 200,000 items of protective clothing and goggles, on the planes, Yonhap news agency reported.

By: Simon DENYER

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8:30 AM: COUNTRIES MOVE FORWARD WITH EVACUATION PLANS

BERLIN — Several countries continued to move forward with plans to evacuate their citizens from the coronavirus epicenter Wuhan.

Among the nations pursuing or considering such plans are France, South Korea, Morocco, Britain, Germany, Canada, the Netherlands and Russia, Reuters reported.

French authorities said they will initially focus on the evacuation of citizens who are not showing any symptoms of the virus, with a flight from Wuhan expected to arrive back in France on Thursday. The second flight for infected citizens has yet to be scheduled.

In neighboring Germany, the Der Spiegel magazine reported that at least one military aircraft was expected to leave for Wuhan later this week to evacuate German citizens. The plans were not officially confirmed and the German Foreign Ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

British authorities were still finalizing their own plans, too. Via its Twitter account, the British embassy in Beijing urged British nationals in Hubei province willing to leave the region to call a 24/7 hotline before 11 a.m. on Wednesday.

The British government had previously faced pressure to enact a plan. The opposition Labour Party’s Emily Thornberry accused Prime Minister Boris Johnson of “not doing whatever it takes to protect our citizens from harm,” according to the Evening Standard newspaper on Monday.

By: RICK NOACK

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7:30 AM: CHINESE EMBASSY IN COPENHAGEN DEMANDS APOLOGY OVER CORONAVIRUS CARTOON

BERLIN — The Chinese embassy in Denmark has demanded an apology over a coronavirus cartoon published in one of the country’s highest-circulation newspapers, Jyllands-Posten.

The cartoon showed a Chinese flag with what appeared to represent five coronavirus particles instead of the five typical yellow stars.

The illustration — published by the same paper that drew international attention with the satirical Muhammad cartoons in 2005 that sparked rioting across the Middle East — struck a nerve with Chinese officials in Denmark.

In a release, a spokesperson for the embassy called the cartoon “an insult to China” that “hurts the feelings of the Chinese people.”

“Without any sympathy and empathy, it has crossed the bottom line of civilized society and the ethical boundary of free speech and offends human conscience,” the statement read, adding that the cartoonist Niels Bo Bojesen and the paper should “reproach themselves for their mistake and publicly apologize to the Chinese people.”

The paper stood by the cartoon on Tuesday, with its editor in chief Jacob Nybroe saying that “there is no mockery or scorn in the drawing.”

“We can’t apologize for something we don’t think is wrong,” Nybroe added, according to the paper’s own coverage of the controversy.

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen defended the country’s freedom of expression and satire, even though she did not directly comment on the cartoon in question itself.

By: RICK NOACK

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6:00 AM: PHILIPPINES RESTRICTS VISAS FOR CHINESE NATIONALS

MANILA — In the Philippines, immigration authorities temporarily suspended the issuance of visas upon arrival for Chinese nationals. Immigration commissioner Jaime Morente said that this was “to slow down the influx of group tours,” and possibly prevent the entry of the virus.

China is one of the country’s top sources of tourists, accounting for over a million visits in 2018. The country is hoping to record 9.2 million international arrivals this year. Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo Puyat said that her department did not find it necessary to adjust tourism targets just yet.