Members of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in the Diet will each donate 5,000 yen (around 318 yuan) to China for battling the novel coronavirus outbreak, according to Nikkei news.
LDP General Secretary Toshihiro Nikai told reporters on Monday after a meeting that the money will be deducted in advance from the members' aid in March.
Moreover, Canada has offered help to China in fighting against the novel coronavirus. It has sent about 16 tons of protective gear, including clothing, masks, goggles and gloves, to China since February 4.
UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay said the virus has no nationality and expressed deep sympathy to China for being the first country to suffer from the virus, adding that she was pleased with the international efforts to find ways to fight the menace.
Other countries, including Peru, UK, India, Turkey, Greece and Portugal, and international organizations, such as the UN and WHO, have also expressed support for China.
