Diseases like Covid-19 are passed from animals to humans. They spread because of animal trafficking, deforestation and human encroachment into wildlife habitats. Maritime shipping plays an important role here that needs to be addressed.
The article is available on the Transport Policy Matters website and by clicking the link below:
https://transportpolicymatters.org/2020/10/08/how-shipping-can-help-to-avoid-pandemics/