International solidarity is key to beating the coronavirus

THE coronavirus pandemic presents an unprecedented challenge for all of us. We have been thrown into uncharted waters by a virus that knows no borders. Overnight, we have seen bustling airports come to a standstill, borders sealed, schools shut, families in lockdowns in their homes.

#StayatHome or #WorkfromHome have become top-trending hashtags and the new normal around the world. As we grapple with new realities personally and professionally, one thing is apparent - we are in this together.

The High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of the European Union (EU) Josep Borrell captured this well when he sa…

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