Group 1 from PC(A) presented information on the global COVID-19 pandemic. They reported over 14 million confirmed cases worldwide across 216 countries and territories, with over 600,000 confirmed deaths. For Bangladesh specifically, they noted there have been over 210,000 cases, 115,000 recoveries, and 2,709 deaths. They recommended maintaining social distancing, hygienic practices, wearing masks, and building immunity to help prevent the spread of the virus.