Coronavirus update: Victoria reports 148 new cases, S. Korea sees 280

The coronavirus second-wave continue to haunt the Asia-pacific regions, with the Australian state of Victoria recording 148 new infections on Tuesday while eight daily deaths added.

Meanwhile, the new infections in South Korea are reported at 280 this Tuesday.

President Moon expressed his concerns over the virus surge and lockdown measures.

Key comments

“Prolonged level 2 lockdown measures will add burden to the economy.”

“Worried that consumption, demand will shrink again.”