China reports 1,886 new virus cases, death toll up by 98

13 Sept 11:45 Key points summarised by AI

Mainland China reported 1,886 new virus cases and 98 additional deaths, bringing the total death toll to 1,868, while health officials noted over 80% of cases have been mild.
A total of 72,436 cases have been reported in mainland China, with a recent spike attributed to a broader diagnostic definition in the hardest-hit Hubei province.
The fatality rate for confirmed cases is 2.3%, lower than SARS and MERS, but the virus could prove more deadly if it infects a larger population.
The COVID-19 outbreak has spread to over two dozen countries, with a significant cluster of 454 cases confirmed on the Diamond Princess cruise ship quarantined near Tokyo.

Thai Army proposes sending cadets to China for military training

Yesterday 20:52 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai Army proposes sending cadets to China's Academy of Armoured Forces to strengthen military cooperation.
Discussions included exchanging military curricula, expertise, and information on cyber, space affairs, AI, and UAV technology.
Both nations plan to share knowledge and experience in combating online crime and scam networks.
China reiterated its neutral stance on the Thai-Cambodian border situation, supporting peaceful resolution efforts.