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Asian universities call for solidarity in fight against COVID-19

Kunming, May 20 (Xinhua) Fifty-seven universities from 12 Asian countries have jointly called for global solidarity to fight against the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
In a statement, signed by members of the South and Southeast Asian University Network and released on Tuesday, the group suggests stronger cooperation and mutual assistance through difficulties during the fight against the pandemic.
The statement put forward 10 proposals to universities and colleges around the world, including actively supporting the anti-pandemic efforts made by governments of all countries, giving full play to the advantages of scientific research and strengthening of international cooperation in vaccine research and development, material support and experience sharing.
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