Taiwan reports new rise in domestic COVID-19 cases

Soldiers in protective suits disinfect a street, in the Tucheng district of New Taipei City
Soldiers in protective suits disinfect a street following the recent surge of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) infections, in the Tucheng district of New Taipei City, Taiwan May 27, 2021. REUTERS/Ann Wang

TAIPEI, May 29 (Reuters) - Taiwan reported 486 new domestic COVID-19 cases on Saturday, including 166 cases added to the totals for recent days as it continues to readjust its infection numbers following delays in reporting positive tests.

Reporting by Ben Blanchard; Editing by Kim Coghill

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