South Korea Confirms 161 New Cases

The transcript discusses the global impact of the coronavirus outbreak, focusing on criticism of containment measures in South Korea, the economic and social effects in Italy and the EU, and China's policy response to economic challenges. It highlights the struggles of Chinese SMEs due to limited credit access and banking pressures, and the economic difficulties faced by Hong Kong businesses lacking bankruptcy protection. The transcript emphasizes the need for coordinated policy efforts to address these challenges.

What measures did the South Korean government take in response to the spike in COVID-19 cases?

How did the outbreak in Italy affect businesses and events?

What did President Xi emphasize regarding economic targets during the teleconference?

What challenges are smaller companies facing compared to larger corporations during the economic downturn?

What is the expected impact of the coronavirus on the banking sector in China?

What fiscal support measures have been implemented to help businesses during the crisis?

How has the lack of bankruptcy protection laws in Hong Kong affected businesses during the pandemic?