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AUSTRALIA

Measles outbreaks on way, scientists warn

Major measles outbreaks will likely occur in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic as early as 2021 due to missed vaccinations, an Australian medical institute report warned on Tuesday. Many children in the developing world missed out on measles vaccinations in 2020 as a result of disruptions caused by the pandemic, according to a report from the Murdoch Children's Research Institute. Malnutrition, along with measles-associated immune suppression, can lead to delayed mortality, while coexisting vitamin A deficiency can also lead to measles-associated blindness.

PERU

New president vows to restore hope

The newly-elected president of the Peruvian Congress, Francisco Sagasti, 76, on Monday pledged to restore hope to the people. As a member of the Purple Party, Sagasti won a majority of 97 votes in Congress, after a failed election on Sunday and tense negotiations. According to the Peruvian Constitution, Sagasti will serve as Peru's president until July 28, 2021. His successor will be decided through presidential elections due in April next year. In the past four years, Peru has had three presidents.

Xinhua