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The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has taken precautionary measures and decided the flight operation between China and Pakistan has been suspended until January 30 amid fears of a deadly Coronavirus outbreak.

The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has taken precautionary measures and decided to pre-scan passengers at Beijing airport before they board the plane.

The outbreak of Coronavirus in China has put all neighboring countries including Pakistan on high alert after it is clear that this virus spreads through direct contact with an infected person, All flights between Guangzhou and Lahore have been suspended while thermal scanners have been installed at four major airports in the country to prevent the Coronavirus, according to reports

On the other hand, Chinese authorities have also advised its people to stop travel into and out of China to stop the outbreak that has killed nine people so far, The center of outbreak is the Chinese city of Wuhan, home to around 8.9 million people. The new virus has spread from Wuhan to several Chinese provinces, as well as Thailand, US and South Korea.

The health officials are taking significant measures to contain the virus while instructing people to follow precautionary measures.

The outbreak has come as millions of people across China are traveling within the country for the Lunar New Year week-long holiday, whereas thousands are also traveling abroad to their friends and families.

Coronaviruses can cause a range of symptoms including respiratory issues, fever, cough, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties. Mild symptoms include common cold, while more serious are likely to lead to pneumonia.