Coronavirus: Tunisia suspends all international flights, closes land borders

Gatherings and markets banned and work hours for state employees reduced

Last updated: March 17, 2020 | 01:52

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A Tunisair sign is seen at their headquarters in Tunis, Tunisia.

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Tunisia will suspend international flights and close its land border in an effort to prevent the outbreak of coronavirus, Prime Minister Elyes Fakhfakh said on Monday.

He added in a speech that all gatherings and markets will be banned and work hours for state employees will be reduced.