Prime Minister Narendra Modi has proposed a joint G20 strategy on fighting coronavirus. This was confirmed by Australian PM Scott Morrison at a press conference.
"I am also aware that (Indian) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is keen to organise a link-up between all the G20 leaders. I think that's a commendable initiative, Australia obviously supports that, communicated that," Morrison told the reporters.
A further meet on G20 finance meeting is also in offing to deal with the economic impact of the outbreak that has claimed over 5,500 lives globally.
"This is a health crisis, but it has serious economic impact", Scott added.
PM Modi also spoke to British PM Boris Johnson and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and discussed the issue COVID-19 pandemic.
"The two Prime Ministers exchanged views on the COVID-19 epidemic. Prime Minister Shri Modi expressed concern on UK Health Minister Ms. Nadine Dorries testing positive for Coronavirus, and wished her a speedy recovery," the readout of government on Modi-Boris talks said.
The Indian proposal at G20 comes even as PM Modi on Friday proposed a joint SAARC strategy on fighting coronavirus. The video conference on joint SAARC strategy will take place today at 5 PM.