Denmark has confirmed its first coronavirus infection in a man who had been on holiday in the Sondrio region in northern Italy, the Danish Health Authority said on Thursday. Although his name is unknown, it was informed that he is an employee of the broadcaster TV2.
Furthermore, Nice mayor Christian Estrosi said a woman in Cannes has tested positive for coronavirus at the Nice University Hospital, what begins to put at risk the organization of the prestigious festivals that take place in the city. However, the Cannes Film Festival, which will take place May 12-23, has addressed the spread of coronavirus in Europe mere hours after the news of Cannes’ first case.
“The Festival de Cannes is monitoring carefully the developments and the latest guidelines provided by the local, national and international authorities regarding the coronavirus, and is in direct link with the Alpes-Maritimes’ administrative office,” a festival spokeswoman told Variety.
“As of today, it is still premature to express assumptions on an event scheduled in two months and a half. In due course and depending on the occurrences, the Festival de Cannes will naturally take all the necessary measures, aiming at ensuring the protection of all attendees and preserving their health during the event in Cannes, under the responsibility of public authorities, in particular the State and the City of Cannes,” she added.
Meanwhile, Reed Midem, the organizer of MIPTV, which is taking place from March 30 to April 2 also in Cannes, has confirmed that the international TV showcase will go on as planned, although t will do it without key Chinese buyers and delegates.
“We are continually monitoring developments and following the latest guidance from local, national and international authorities and the World Health Organization as it relates to travel to MIPTV and clients’ on-site experience,” said Reed Midem in a statement.