China delivers aid to Serbia for coronavirus crisis

China flew six doctors, ventilators and medical masks to Serbia on Saturday to help Belgrade halt spreading of the coronavirus infection. Serbia authorities have reported 171 people tested positive to coronavirus and one death. The government introduced tighter measures on Friday including closing down cafes, restaurants and parks and introduced a curfew from 8 p.m. until 5 a.m.

But medical experts have warned the peak of the epidemic is expected in the coming weeks. China's ambassador to Belgrade, Chen Bo, said the aid was a sign of the "iron friendship" between the two countries. Serbia has developed close ties with China over the past decade.