Albania sends 60 more nurses to join coronavirus fight in hard-hit Italy


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  • Tuesday, 21 Apr 2020

FILE PHOTO: Albanian people dance as a singer performs during a concert for people in home confinement as Albanian authorities take measures to stop the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Durres, Albania April 7, 2020. REUTERS/Florion Goga

TIRANA (Reuters) - Albania, which has recorded one of Europe's lowest numbers of coronavirus cases, sent 60 more nurses to help treat patients in hard-hit neighbour Italy on Monday.

Health Minister Ogerta Manastirliu said the move was meant "to show hope and solidarity with the friendly Italian people, who have helped us over the years," as she saw the nurses off at Rinas airport.

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