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Jillian MacMath

British woman, 53, dies of coronavirus in Indonesia

A 53-year-old British woman has died of coronavirus in Indonesia.

She had underlying health conditions when she was diagnosed, including diabetes and lung disease, the Indonesian government said.

The UK Foreign Office has confirmed they are in contact with local authorities about the woman's death.

A spokeswoman said: "We are supporting the family of a British woman who has died in Indonesia and are in contact with local authorities.

"Our sympathies and thoughts are with her family at this difficult time."

Indonesia has confirmed 27 cases of the virus, according to the latest figures.

Meanwhile, the UK has confirmed 373 cases. Of those, 15 cases are in Wales.

Six people have died in the UK as a result of the illness.

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