Asian Insider Ep 23: China making up after hesitant start to tackling novel coronavirus

15:02 mins

Synopsis: This is Asian Insider, a series by The Straits Times every week. Together with our stable of 30 correspondents based around the world, we give an Asian perspective on the global talking points of the week.

China is making up for losing precious time. Has it also shown humility somewhat in recent days in admitting shortcomings?

The Straits Times global affairs correspondent Benjamin Kang Lim speaks to US bureau chief Nirmal Ghosh about China's response to the spread of the novel coronavirus.

Produced by: Nirmal Ghosh & Zia-ul Raushan

Edited by: Gregory Loo

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