China records nearly 3,400 daily virus cases, highest in two years

A nationwide surge in cases has seen authorities close schools in Shanghai and lock down several northeastern cities, as over 10 provinces battle local outbreaks.

By AFP | Mar 13, 2022, 08.02 AM IST

People dressed in period costumes and wearing face masks walk outside the entrance to the Forbidden City in Beijing

China reported 3,393 new Covid-19 cases Sunday, the National Health Commission said, the highest daily figure since February 2020.

A nationwide surge in cases has seen authorities close schools in Shanghai and lock down several northeastern cities, as over 10 provinces battle local outbreaks.

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