New Zealand reports no new coronavirus cases for first time since mid-March

4 May 2020 • 9:24 AM MYT
Malay Mail
Malay Mail

Latest Malaysia breaking stories on politics, analysis and opinions

image is not available
Cafe staff set up furniture in the wake of New Zealand easing strict regulations implemented to curb the spread of Covid-19 in Auckland, New Zealand April 28, 2020. — Reuters pic

WELLINGTON, May 4 — New Zealand has recorded no new cases of the coronavirus for the first time since March 16, the health ministry said at a news conference today.

There were no additional virus-related fatalities, and the death toll remained at 20, Director General of Health Ashley Bloomfield said.

The total number of confirmed cases in the country is 1,137, he said. — Reuters