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Coronavirus live news: Spain deaths lower for fourth day in a row as Germany sees further case drop Coronavirus live news: Spain deaths lower for fourth day in a row as Germany sees further case drop
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Japan prepares for state of emergency; US faces ‘hardest and saddest week’; UK PM Boris Johnson in hospital; Bronx Zoo tiger tests positiveJapan prepares for state of emergency; US faces ‘hardest and saddest week’; UK PM Boris Johnson in hospital; Bronx Zoo tiger tests positive
With most of its people still subject to lockdown until at least the middle of this month, France is on the brink of its deepest recession since the end of the Second World War, its finance minister has said.
According to an AFP report, Bruno Le Maire told a senate panel that the current slowdown was likely to be “very far beyond” that seen during the global financial crisis of 2009. He said:
Officials have said the lockdown in France, which began on 17 March, will last until at least 15 April.
Insee, France’s statistics office, said last month that the lockdown had already slashed overall economic activity by 35 percent, and that every month of shutdown would cut annual GPD by three percentage points.
European countries should start releasing low-risk prisoners to protect their health and human rights as the Covid-19 outbreak sweeps the continent, the Council of Europe’s human rights commissioner has said.
In a statement on Monday, Dunja Mijatovic pointed out that people held in jails, high-risk environment where protective measures such as social distancing cannot be easily followed, are among those most at risk of viral contagion.
Several countries, including the UK, have already started to release some low-risk prisoners. However, a number of Covid-19 contaminations and deaths in prison have already been reported, leading to an increase of tensions in jails. Mijatovic’s statement, published on the Council of Europe website says:
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Coronavirus cases passed 60,000 in Iran, with 2,274 new cases confirmed in last 24 hours.A health ministry spokesman said the total number of infections now stands at 60,500 now.136 more patients have died of covid-19 in 24 hours in Iran, pushing the total number of deaths to 3,739.Kiyanoosh Jahanpour said 4,038 patients are in critical condition while 24,234 have recovered so far.Coronavirus cases passed 60,000 in Iran, with 2,274 new cases confirmed in last 24 hours.A health ministry spokesman said the total number of infections now stands at 60,500 now.136 more patients have died of covid-19 in 24 hours in Iran, pushing the total number of deaths to 3,739.Kiyanoosh Jahanpour said 4,038 patients are in critical condition while 24,234 have recovered so far.
New Zealand’s prime minister Jacinda Ardern has classified the Tooth Fairy and the Easter Bunny as essential workers but said, “the Easter Bunny might not get everywhere this year”.New Zealand’s prime minister Jacinda Ardern has classified the Tooth Fairy and the Easter Bunny as essential workers but said, “the Easter Bunny might not get everywhere this year”.
In her message to children, Ardern said:In her message to children, Ardern said:
She encouraged children to create their own Easter egg hunts at home for children in their neighbourhood by sticking Easter eggs in their windows.She encouraged children to create their own Easter egg hunts at home for children in their neighbourhood by sticking Easter eggs in their windows.
In Spain, the daily number of deaths has declined for the fourth consecutive day, raising tentative hopes that the worst of the country’s outbreak is over.In Spain, the daily number of deaths has declined for the fourth consecutive day, raising tentative hopes that the worst of the country’s outbreak is over.
The daily death toll on Monday was recorded at 637, the lowest number reported since March 24.The daily death toll on Monday was recorded at 637, the lowest number reported since March 24.
The country remains one of the world’s hardest-hit by the pandemic, with 13,055 deaths. Another 135,032 people have tested positive for the virus, according to the health ministry.The country remains one of the world’s hardest-hit by the pandemic, with 13,055 deaths. Another 135,032 people have tested positive for the virus, according to the health ministry.
The country’s victims include 10 doctors, a nurse and an auxiliary nurse. More than 15,000 healthcare workers have tested positive for the virus, after a shortage of supplies forced them to resort to homemade protective gear as they battled one of the world’s fastest spreading outbreaks.The country’s victims include 10 doctors, a nurse and an auxiliary nurse. More than 15,000 healthcare workers have tested positive for the virus, after a shortage of supplies forced them to resort to homemade protective gear as they battled one of the world’s fastest spreading outbreaks.
The epidemic, which has left Spain with the highest number of deaths per million, collapsed hospitals and plunged the country into a near-total lockdown that is expected to stretch for at least six weeks.The epidemic, which has left Spain with the highest number of deaths per million, collapsed hospitals and plunged the country into a near-total lockdown that is expected to stretch for at least six weeks.
The Spanish government has said it is now studying the possibility of mass testing and isolating asymptomatic carriers of the virus.The Spanish government has said it is now studying the possibility of mass testing and isolating asymptomatic carriers of the virus.
“These figures continue to confirm the downward trend that we have been seeing,” said María José Sierra of Spain’s health emergency centre, citing a decrease in hospitalisations and critical care cases.“These figures continue to confirm the downward trend that we have been seeing,” said María José Sierra of Spain’s health emergency centre, citing a decrease in hospitalisations and critical care cases.
“We’re seeing the growth rate of the pandemic decreasing in practically all regions.”“We’re seeing the growth rate of the pandemic decreasing in practically all regions.”
Japan’s prime minister, Shinzo Abe, is poised to declare a state of emergency in Tokyo and six other prefectures as early as Tuesday in an attempt to stem a sharp rise in coronavirus cases in the capital and other major cities.Japan’s prime minister, Shinzo Abe, is poised to declare a state of emergency in Tokyo and six other prefectures as early as Tuesday in an attempt to stem a sharp rise in coronavirus cases in the capital and other major cities.
The measure, to go into effect Wednesday, will enable local authorities to urge people to stay at home except to shop for food, seek medical care, go to work if necessary, and take daily exercise.The measure, to go into effect Wednesday, will enable local authorities to urge people to stay at home except to shop for food, seek medical care, go to work if necessary, and take daily exercise.
Abe’s apparent reluctance to implement tougher measures had drawn criticism from the Japan Medical Association and Yuriko Koike, the governor of Tokyo, where confirmed cases have risen dramatically over the past week.Japan has avoided the large number of Covid-19 cases and deaths that have prompted lockdowns in other countries, but there is growing alarm over the rise in infections in the capital, particularly among young people.Tokyo reported a record 143 new cases on Sunday, taking its total to 1,003, according to public broadcaster NHK. The majority of confirmed cases over the weekend involved people aged below 50, with many in their 20s and 30s.Abe’s apparent reluctance to implement tougher measures had drawn criticism from the Japan Medical Association and Yuriko Koike, the governor of Tokyo, where confirmed cases have risen dramatically over the past week.Japan has avoided the large number of Covid-19 cases and deaths that have prompted lockdowns in other countries, but there is growing alarm over the rise in infections in the capital, particularly among young people.Tokyo reported a record 143 new cases on Sunday, taking its total to 1,003, according to public broadcaster NHK. The majority of confirmed cases over the weekend involved people aged below 50, with many in their 20s and 30s.
More than 3,500 people have tested positive and 85 have died from the new coronavirus in Japan, according to public broadcaster NHK. While the figures are low compared to the US, China and parts of Europe, officials are concerned that a surge in infections could place intolerable strain on the country’s hospitals.More than 3,500 people have tested positive and 85 have died from the new coronavirus in Japan, according to public broadcaster NHK. While the figures are low compared to the US, China and parts of Europe, officials are concerned that a surge in infections could place intolerable strain on the country’s hospitals.
Monday’s declaration will allow the governors of Japan’s 47 prefectures to call on people to stay home and businesses to close, but they will not have the legal authority to impose the kind of lockdowns seen in other countries, or to fine residents who ignore the request. Abe is also expected to unveil “unprecedented” stimulus measures in response to the “biggest crisis” the global economy has faced since the second world war, according to a draft document.Monday’s declaration will allow the governors of Japan’s 47 prefectures to call on people to stay home and businesses to close, but they will not have the legal authority to impose the kind of lockdowns seen in other countries, or to fine residents who ignore the request. Abe is also expected to unveil “unprecedented” stimulus measures in response to the “biggest crisis” the global economy has faced since the second world war, according to a draft document.
The 108 trillion yen ($989 billion) package, which has yet to be finalised, would be bigger than the country’s response in the wake of the 2009 financial crisis.The 108 trillion yen ($989 billion) package, which has yet to be finalised, would be bigger than the country’s response in the wake of the 2009 financial crisis.
Spain said on Monday it plans to widen coronavirus testing to include people without symptoms as a first step towards slowly easing a lockdown in the nation with the second highest death toll from the global pandemic.Spain said on Monday it plans to widen coronavirus testing to include people without symptoms as a first step towards slowly easing a lockdown in the nation with the second highest death toll from the global pandemic.
As with worst-hit Italy, Spain has seen the rate of new infections and deaths slow in recent days, giving cause for hope the peak has passed.As with worst-hit Italy, Spain has seen the rate of new infections and deaths slow in recent days, giving cause for hope the peak has passed.
On Sunday, it reported 674 fatalities in the previous 24 hours - a 6% increase in total, but half the pace of a week previously.On Sunday, it reported 674 fatalities in the previous 24 hours - a 6% increase in total, but half the pace of a week previously.
“We are preparing ourselves for de-escalation for which it is important to know who is contaminated to be able to gradually lift Spanish citizens’ lockdown,” Spanish Foreign Minister Arancha Gonzalez told TV station Antena 3.“We are preparing ourselves for de-escalation for which it is important to know who is contaminated to be able to gradually lift Spanish citizens’ lockdown,” Spanish Foreign Minister Arancha Gonzalez told TV station Antena 3.
While so far only those infected or suspected of having Covid-19 have been tested, now checks will focus on the wider population to try and find carriers who may not be displaying symptoms, Gonzalez said.While so far only those infected or suspected of having Covid-19 have been tested, now checks will focus on the wider population to try and find carriers who may not be displaying symptoms, Gonzalez said.
Spanish companies are manufacturing 240,000 test kits per week and are boosting capacity, the minister said, while equipment is also being bought from abroad.Spanish companies are manufacturing 240,000 test kits per week and are boosting capacity, the minister said, while equipment is also being bought from abroad.
Spain has been in lockdown since March 14 and prime minister Pedro Sanchez said at the weekend that would remain in place until April 26.Spain has been in lockdown since March 14 and prime minister Pedro Sanchez said at the weekend that would remain in place until April 26.
However, Sanchez opened the door to easing some restrictions, such as keeping all non-essential workers at home, after Easter, even though shops and restaurants will stay shut.However, Sanchez opened the door to easing some restrictions, such as keeping all non-essential workers at home, after Easter, even though shops and restaurants will stay shut.
Spain’s death toll stood at 12,418 on Sunday, with 130,759 infections.Spain’s death toll stood at 12,418 on Sunday, with 130,759 infections.
The Austrian Chancellor, Sebastian Kurz, has said the country is planning to let smaller shops reopen next week, with the aim of reopening all shops and malls from 1 May.The Austrian Chancellor, Sebastian Kurz, has said the country is planning to let smaller shops reopen next week, with the aim of reopening all shops and malls from 1 May.
From then onwards, hotels and restaurants will open step-by-step from mid-May at the earliest, but a decision on that will come in late April. No events will be held until at least late June.From then onwards, hotels and restaurants will open step-by-step from mid-May at the earliest, but a decision on that will come in late April. No events will be held until at least late June.
Kurz told a news conference that since Austria had acted earlier than most countries, that gave it the ability to reopen shops sooner as well.Kurz told a news conference that since Austria had acted earlier than most countries, that gave it the ability to reopen shops sooner as well.
If all goes well, it will reopen non-essential shops of less than 400 square metres and DIY shops on April 14, followed by all shops and malls on May 1, he said.If all goes well, it will reopen non-essential shops of less than 400 square metres and DIY shops on April 14, followed by all shops and malls on May 1, he said.
Meanwhile general lockdown measures will be extended until the end of April, and schools will remain closed until at least mid-May.Meanwhile general lockdown measures will be extended until the end of April, and schools will remain closed until at least mid-May.
Kurz also announced that from Monday, face masks will be compulsory on public transport.Kurz also announced that from Monday, face masks will be compulsory on public transport.
Indonesia on Monday confirmed 218 new coronavirus cases, the biggest daily jump since the first cases were announced a month ago, taking the total number of infections to 2,491, a health ministry official said.Indonesia on Monday confirmed 218 new coronavirus cases, the biggest daily jump since the first cases were announced a month ago, taking the total number of infections to 2,491, a health ministry official said.
Achmad Yurianto said 11 deaths had been recorded, taking the total to 209, while 192 people had recovered.Achmad Yurianto said 11 deaths had been recorded, taking the total to 209, while 192 people had recovered.
Meanwhile, the Philippines’ health ministry reported 11 additional deaths and 414 new infections on Monday from the coronavirus outbreak.Meanwhile, the Philippines’ health ministry reported 11 additional deaths and 414 new infections on Monday from the coronavirus outbreak.
Total deaths in the Philippines have reached 163, while cases rose to 3,660, with 73 patients recovered.Total deaths in the Philippines have reached 163, while cases rose to 3,660, with 73 patients recovered.
A veterinary expert has said that while it is surprising that a Bronx zoo tiger has contracted Covid-19, cat owners shouldn’t be alarmed.A veterinary expert has said that while it is surprising that a Bronx zoo tiger has contracted Covid-19, cat owners shouldn’t be alarmed.
Dr Sarah Caddy, veterinarian and clinical research fellow at the University of Cambridge, said initial research has shown domestic cats can be infected with coronavirus if “large doses of virus are administered intranasally”.Dr Sarah Caddy, veterinarian and clinical research fellow at the University of Cambridge, said initial research has shown domestic cats can be infected with coronavirus if “large doses of virus are administered intranasally”.
“Therefore the report of a tiger with the same virus is not wholly unexpected,” she added.“Therefore the report of a tiger with the same virus is not wholly unexpected,” she added.
She added it was also interesting the tiger exhibited symptoms similar to what Covid-19 triggers in humans, such as a dry cough, and that while scientific proof is lacking, the chance this is just a coincidence is low.She added it was also interesting the tiger exhibited symptoms similar to what Covid-19 triggers in humans, such as a dry cough, and that while scientific proof is lacking, the chance this is just a coincidence is low.
Almost half a million Chinese businesses shuttered permanently in the first quarter of this year, South China Morning Post has reported.Almost half a million Chinese businesses shuttered permanently in the first quarter of this year, South China Morning Post has reported.
Citing data technology service company Tianyacha, the report said almost half the 460,000 companies were in distribution or retail, and included 26,000 in the export sector, as well as businesses whose operating licenses had been revoked.Citing data technology service company Tianyacha, the report said almost half the 460,000 companies were in distribution or retail, and included 26,000 in the export sector, as well as businesses whose operating licenses had been revoked.
It said more than half the closed businesses had been operating for less than three years.It said more than half the closed businesses had been operating for less than three years.
The number of new firms being set up in the same time period was 29% lower than 2019.The number of new firms being set up in the same time period was 29% lower than 2019.
Economists are predicting dramatic downturns for China off the back of deeper than predicted economic damage.Economists are predicting dramatic downturns for China off the back of deeper than predicted economic damage.
Even as China reports a recovery from its own outbreak, the pandemic has affected trading partners, shipping and supply chains.Even as China reports a recovery from its own outbreak, the pandemic has affected trading partners, shipping and supply chains.
European shares rebounded on Monday as a slowdown in coronavirus deaths raised hopes that nationwide lockdowns were starting to show results.European shares rebounded on Monday as a slowdown in coronavirus deaths raised hopes that nationwide lockdowns were starting to show results.
Italy reported its lowest death toll in two weeks, Spanish fatalities dropped for the third straight day and France recorded its fewest deaths in a week.Italy reported its lowest death toll in two weeks, Spanish fatalities dropped for the third straight day and France recorded its fewest deaths in a week.
“The curve has started its descent and the number of deaths has started to drop,” said top Italian health official Silvio Brusaferro, adding the next phase could be a gradual easing of a strict month-long lockdown.“The curve has started its descent and the number of deaths has started to drop,” said top Italian health official Silvio Brusaferro, adding the next phase could be a gradual easing of a strict month-long lockdown.
A tweaking of tax rules to help tax exiles during the coronavirus pandemic has triggered a political row in Ireland, partially souring the mood of national solidarity.A tweaking of tax rules to help tax exiles during the coronavirus pandemic has triggered a political row in Ireland, partially souring the mood of national solidarity.
Tax exiles who are usually limited to spending 183 days in Ireland, can stay longer this year without incurring penalties if they can prove they were forced to stay because of the crisis.Tax exiles who are usually limited to spending 183 days in Ireland, can stay longer this year without incurring penalties if they can prove they were forced to stay because of the crisis.
“Where a departure from the state is prevented due to Covid-19, Revenue will consider this ‘force majeure’ for the purpose of establishing an individual’s tax residence position,” said revenue authority guidelines.“Where a departure from the state is prevented due to Covid-19, Revenue will consider this ‘force majeure’ for the purpose of establishing an individual’s tax residence position,” said revenue authority guidelines.
The decision, first reported by the Sunday Times, prompted criticism from left-wing parties who said doing a favour for very wealthy individuals flew against the spirit of collective sacrifice and social solidarity.The decision, first reported by the Sunday Times, prompted criticism from left-wing parties who said doing a favour for very wealthy individuals flew against the spirit of collective sacrifice and social solidarity.
“Baffling,” said Catherine Murphy, co-leader of the Social Democrats. Duncan Smith, a Labour TD, said he would ask the finance minister to reverse the decision.“Baffling,” said Catherine Murphy, co-leader of the Social Democrats. Duncan Smith, a Labour TD, said he would ask the finance minister to reverse the decision.
Russia has recorded its largest single-day jump in new coronavirus cases. Officials said they had diagnosed 954 new cases of the disease, a nearly 18% increase from the previous day’s tally.Russia has recorded its largest single-day jump in new coronavirus cases. Officials said they had diagnosed 954 new cases of the disease, a nearly 18% increase from the previous day’s tally.
Russia now has a total 6,343 confirmed cases of covid-19 and has recorded 47 deaths from the virus.Russia now has a total 6,343 confirmed cases of covid-19 and has recorded 47 deaths from the virus.
The numbers follow three days of falling rates for confirmed coronavirus cases. Moscow is the epicentre of the disease in Russia, and 591 of Monday’s new cases were reported in Moscow.The numbers follow three days of falling rates for confirmed coronavirus cases. Moscow is the epicentre of the disease in Russia, and 591 of Monday’s new cases were reported in Moscow.
Russia has closed its borders and Moscow is entering its second week of a mandatory lockdown, with the city’s 12 million inhabitants told to stay in their apartments or homes unless they are seeking medical care, going to the store, the pharmacy, or walking a pet.Russia has closed its borders and Moscow is entering its second week of a mandatory lockdown, with the city’s 12 million inhabitants told to stay in their apartments or homes unless they are seeking medical care, going to the store, the pharmacy, or walking a pet.
Vladimir Putin last week extended a de facto national holiday until April 30, asking Russians to remain in their homes.Vladimir Putin last week extended a de facto national holiday until April 30, asking Russians to remain in their homes.
Belgium’s prime minister Sophie Wilmès has warned that “a long process of reconstruction” awaits the country once the worst of the coronavirus pandemic is over.Belgium’s prime minister Sophie Wilmès has warned that “a long process of reconstruction” awaits the country once the worst of the coronavirus pandemic is over.
In a video address to the nation released on Sunday evening, Belgium’s prime minister said the process of exiting the lockdown would be gradual.In a video address to the nation released on Sunday evening, Belgium’s prime minister said the process of exiting the lockdown would be gradual.
She also repeated that the current restrictions on movement, which are due to end on 19 April, could be extended until 3 May. Urging people to “hold on” and respect social distancing rules, she warned of “very testing” times in the weeks to come.She also repeated that the current restrictions on movement, which are due to end on 19 April, could be extended until 3 May. Urging people to “hold on” and respect social distancing rules, she warned of “very testing” times in the weeks to come.
The eight-minute speech was released amid some hopeful signs the transmission of the virus is slowing.The eight-minute speech was released amid some hopeful signs the transmission of the virus is slowing.
For the first time since the start of the epidemic, more Coronavirus patients left hospital (504 people) than arrived (499), according to the latest data released on Sunday. The number of hospital admissions also appears to be reaching a plateau, with Sunday marking the fourth day of successive decline and a downward trend since peak admissions of 629 one week earlier.For the first time since the start of the epidemic, more Coronavirus patients left hospital (504 people) than arrived (499), according to the latest data released on Sunday. The number of hospital admissions also appears to be reaching a plateau, with Sunday marking the fourth day of successive decline and a downward trend since peak admissions of 629 one week earlier.
Since the start of the epidemic, 19,691 cases of coronavirus have been diagnosed in Belgium and 1,447 people have died.Since the start of the epidemic, 19,691 cases of coronavirus have been diagnosed in Belgium and 1,447 people have died.
The prime minister also hinted at how the virus might change societyThe prime minister also hinted at how the virus might change society
She also addressed criticism of the government’s record in ensuring supplies of personal protective equipment for medical staff, following a spate of criticism from senior doctors that hospitals lack sufficient face masks and other kit.She also addressed criticism of the government’s record in ensuring supplies of personal protective equipment for medical staff, following a spate of criticism from senior doctors that hospitals lack sufficient face masks and other kit.
A powerful tropical cyclone made landfall on the South Pacific island nation of Vanuatu on Monday, witnesses said, levelling buildings in a country already in a state of emergency due to concerns about the coronavirus.A powerful tropical cyclone made landfall on the South Pacific island nation of Vanuatu on Monday, witnesses said, levelling buildings in a country already in a state of emergency due to concerns about the coronavirus.
Tropical Cyclone Harold, which claimed 27 lives when it swept through the Solomon Islands last week, strengthened to a scale-topping category five superstorm overnight, Vanuatu’s meteorology service said.Tropical Cyclone Harold, which claimed 27 lives when it swept through the Solomon Islands last week, strengthened to a scale-topping category five superstorm overnight, Vanuatu’s meteorology service said.
The cyclone approached Sanma province, an island north of the capital Port Vila, with winds of up to 215 km (133 miles) per hour. There were no immediate reports of injuries.The cyclone approached Sanma province, an island north of the capital Port Vila, with winds of up to 215 km (133 miles) per hour. There were no immediate reports of injuries.
“There is lots of damage in Sanma, they lost lots of buildings,” said Jacqueline de Gaillande, CEO of Vanuatu Red Cross, from the capital Port Vila.“There is lots of damage in Sanma, they lost lots of buildings,” said Jacqueline de Gaillande, CEO of Vanuatu Red Cross, from the capital Port Vila.
“We don’t know if we can provide any supports to the island because we are not allowed to travel inter-island and we are waiting for the government to make that decision,” added de Gaillande, referring to travel restrictions associated with the coronavirus.“We don’t know if we can provide any supports to the island because we are not allowed to travel inter-island and we are waiting for the government to make that decision,” added de Gaillande, referring to travel restrictions associated with the coronavirus.
Vanuatu has reported no cases of the coronavirus but has nonetheless declared a state of emergency, banned most international and domestic air travel and limited public gatherings to five people as it tries to prevent a local outbreak.Vanuatu has reported no cases of the coronavirus but has nonetheless declared a state of emergency, banned most international and domestic air travel and limited public gatherings to five people as it tries to prevent a local outbreak.
A day earlier, Solomon Islands police said they retrieved five bodies in their search for 27 people who were swept off a ferry by the cyclone as it passed over the country.A day earlier, Solomon Islands police said they retrieved five bodies in their search for 27 people who were swept off a ferry by the cyclone as it passed over the country.
Singapore has put nearly 20,000 migrant workers under quarantine for two weeks after a growing number of coronavirus infections were detected in their dormitories.Singapore has put nearly 20,000 migrant workers under quarantine for two weeks after a growing number of coronavirus infections were detected in their dormitories.
Authorities reported 120 new virus cases on Sunday, the highest jump for the country in a single day, with many linked to foreign workers’ dorms.Authorities reported 120 new virus cases on Sunday, the highest jump for the country in a single day, with many linked to foreign workers’ dorms.
Many workers from less affluent countries, particularly parts of South Asia, come to Singapore to work in construction and are typically housed in large dormitory complexes.Many workers from less affluent countries, particularly parts of South Asia, come to Singapore to work in construction and are typically housed in large dormitory complexes.
Meanwhile Asian markets rose as some of the world’s worst-hit countries reported falling death rates, providing some much-needed hope in the battle against the coronavirus, though oil prices were rocked after a meeting of top producers was delayed.Meanwhile Asian markets rose as some of the world’s worst-hit countries reported falling death rates, providing some much-needed hope in the battle against the coronavirus, though oil prices were rocked after a meeting of top producers was delayed.