New Zealand is Covid-19 free: Here are 8 other countries that stamped out the virus
The Indian Express Dated: June 09, 2020 By: Even as the world continues to grapple with the novel coronavirus , with cases crossing the 7 million mark, including 402,699 deaths, New Zealand on Monday announced it had eliminated the disease after health officials said the last known infected person had recovered. Just over 1,500 people contracted the virus in New Zealand, including 22 who died. It has been 17 days since the last new case was reported in New Zealand, during which time an additional 40,000 people have been tested, and Monday also marked the first time since February when there has been no active cases, AP reported. However, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said border controls would not be lifted even though the government is set to roll back all containment measures. “We can hold public events without limitations. Private events such as weddings, functions and funerals without limitations. Retail is back without limitations. Hospitality is back ...