According to Taiwanese media reports, Wu Zhaoxie, the head of Taiwan’s foreign affairs department, had mild respiratory symptoms today. After a rapid screening test and a video consultation with a doctor, he has been diagnosed with new coronary pneumonia.
Taiwan’s foreign affairs department stated that Joseph Wu will continue to handle official duties during his home quarantine.
Tsai Ing-wen’s office added 4 confirmed cases yesterday, including Taiwan’s “Secretary-General of the National Security Council” Gu Lixiong , advisory committee member Chen Junlin, and 2 employees of Tsai Ing-wen’s office. Taiwan's "Ministry of Economic Affairs" stated last night that "Minister of Economic Affairs" Wang Meihua tested negative and has not been in contact with Gu Lixiong recently.
In addition, Hsinchu Mayor Lin Zhijian, who was recruited by the Democratic Progressive Party last week, was diagnosed a few days ago and is now out of quarantine. Taoyuan mayor candidate of the Kuomintang Zhang Shanzheng 29 was diagnosed positive through rapid screening on the 29th. Taiwan People's Party candidate Lai Xiangling today (30th) also announced that there were two lines for rapid screening this morning. An appointment was made for online medical consultation in the morning and preparations were made for home isolation.
Lai Xiangling said through Facebook today that she had been diagnosed, and she was sorry for causing everyone to worry. "When I came home from my trip yesterday, I felt dizzy and had a fever. The quick test showed negative, so I fell asleep. I fell asleep until the morning, but still no symptoms. I feel comfortable. Two lines appeared after the quick screening. I have made an appointment for online medical consultation in the morning and am preparing to be quarantined at home."
Lai Xiangling said that for friends who had made appointments to meet in the past few days, she was sorry that she had to cancel her trip, including the "Xiangling Cycling and Walking" activity, which would be suspended. When she gets better, she can ride with her and walk around Taoyuan together. She also invites all friends Please pay attention to your physical condition, and thank you again for your concern.
