Indonesia declares a national health emergency

Indonesia confirmed 114 new coronavirus infections, bringing the total to 1,528, a health ministry official said.

Another 14 people had died, taking the total to 136, the official, Achmad Yurianto, reported. 

Indonesian President Joko Widodo declared a national public health emergency over the coronavirus pandemic and announced measures to help people with lower incomes.

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