Fears about the spread of the coronavirus they have been spreading throughout the planet, Mexico has not been the exception and since last Friday it presents its first confirmed cases.
Authorities from various nations have implemented security measures to stop the spread of the virus which, according to WHO figures, has claimed the lives of at least 3 a thousand people and has affected more than 84 thousand worldwide.
The artistic field has not been able to escape the ravages of this infectious disease that began in China, affecting the agendas of various countries that have had to cancel or postpone relevant events to avoid further contagion.
Venice's Carnival
After last week Italy registered its first two deaths from the coronavirus, authorities decided to suspend the famous Carnival of Venice.
Prior to the cancellation of this carnival, more than a hundred people had tested positive for COVID-19 in northern Italy.
The carnival, known for its elaborate masks and ending with the Christian celebration of Lent, would take place from February 8 to 25.
Art Basel in Hong Kong
The contemporary art fair to be held from March 19-21 in Hong Kong will not be held either.
The organization reported in a statement that after the severe outbreak of the coronavirus it had no choice but to cancel.
Despite the fact that the organizers explored all possible options, the event will not be rescheduled and the new edition of Art Basel in Hong Kong will have to wait until March 2021.
Photography fair CP+2020
The Yokohama fair, the Japanese photography event to be held from 27 from February to March 1 joins the cancellation list.
The Camera & Imaging Products Association, reported that in order to prioritize the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors, this year it is canceled due to the lack of effective treatment or containment measures to treat the new coronavirus.
Milan Furniture Fair
Scheduled for the month of April, the Milan Furniture Fair, the largest of its kind in the world and which exhibits the latest in furniture and design, postponed its celebration until June 16 while waiting for the coronavirus crisis to subside.
Bologna Children's Book Fair
This Italian cultural event also decided to postpone its celebration, which was originally to take place from March 30 to April 2.
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