Weak links in the chain

The fight against A/H1N1 has shown that in the process of globalization, risks and crises know no borders. Self-protective and self-preventive approaches cannot meet the challenges. Worldwide cooperation is the only way to win the fight, says an article on the Xinhua website. Excerpts:

The A/H1N1 flu has ravaged more than 40 countries across the world since it broke out in Mexico last month. Some developing countries, including those in Africa, have been spared so far by the virus. But these countries are faced with severe challenges in preventing the epidemic, which calls for more attention and support from the international community.

Developing countries have taken action to keep the epidemic at bay. In Africa, some countries have set up emergency prevention and control centers, screened visitors and purchased necessities to fend off the strain.