Coronavirus outbreak: Wang Yi stresses diplomatic cooperation, awareness
CGTN

The prevention and control of the coronavirus outbreak is currently the Chinese foreign ministry's most important political task, said Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi after a special meeting on January 25. 

Wang stressed that the diplomatic system should actively work with the global community to build awareness of the novel coronavirus.

We should strengthen consular protection and services to ensure the safety and health of Chinese nationals overseas, and we should strengthen communication with foreign institutions in China to safeguard the safety of foreigners in China, Wang noted. 

He urged officials to make appropriate arrangements for diplomatic work in the next stage based on the overall situation in China.

The meeting also decided to set up a leading group within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to deal with the outbreak.