Iran Press/ America: The resolution also highlights the 'crucial leading role' played by the World Health Organization, which has faced criticism from Washington and others about its handling of the pandemic, the Hindu reported.
The resolution calls for strengthening the scientific international cooperation necessary to combat COVID-19 and to bolster coordination, including with the private sector.
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With the sanctions, national governments' ongoing efforts to combat the Coronavirus are undermined, particularly with regard to the effective and timely provision of medical supplies, including test kits and medicines needed to treat patients, the letter said, stressing that the anti-Corona campaign needs the highest level of solidarity and cooperation.
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