The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) on Thursday sent COVID-19 containment supplies, including protective suits, medical masks and goggles, to Lebanon's military.

Chinese Ambassador to Lebanon Wang Kejian said China and Lebanon have maintained close cooperation and shared experiences in prevention, control and treatment of COVID-19 since the outbreak began.

According to a tally from Johns Hopkins University, Lebanon's number of COVID-19 infections had risen to over 1,160 with 26 deaths as of Thursday.