WHO: Containment of COVID-19 is possible

At the WHO news briefing on Tuesday, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus recommended countries take a comprehensive approach to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus.

"COVID-19 spreads less efficiently than flu, and it can be contained" Tedros said.

The WHO also commended China for sharing its experience in fighting COVID-19 with other countries, helping them in preparation.