China Virus Risk Poses Many Questions, Swiss Re CEO Says

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Jan.23 — Christian Mumenthaler, chief executive officer at Swiss Re, discusses climate change and concerns related to the coronavirus in China. He speaks at the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland on “Bloomberg Surveillance.”

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China is the third largest country in the world by area and the largest country in the world by population. Properly known as the People’s Republic of China, the political territory of the country includes the former nations of Tibet and Hong Kong. The capital is Beijing.

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    Climate Change is the name commonly given to the notion that the Earth is undergoing a changing climate as a result of human activity, including notable leaders, scientists and naturalists including Sir David Attenborough.

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    Switzerland is a mountainous Central European country, home to numerous lakes, villages and the high peaks of the Alps. Its cities contain medieval quarters, with landmarks like capital Bern’s Zytglogge clock tower and Lucerne’s wooden chapel bridge. The country is also known for its ski resorts and hiking trails. Banking and finance are key industries, and Swiss watches and chocolate are world renowned.

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