On 23 March 2020, the President of South Africa announced a nationwide lock-down. According to the order, individuals will not be allowed to leave their homes except under strict circumstances, such as to seek medical care, buy food and other essential supplies, or collect a social grant.
United Arab Emirates and Their COVID-19 News
Private employers and enterprises are advised to take precautionary measures to protect employees’ health from the new coronavirus by cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, and by providing disinfectants at the workplace, employees’ accommodations and vehicles used to transport workers.
Taiwan’s Exposure to COVID-19
On January 15, 2020, the Ministry of Health and Welfare announced that COVID-19 was added as an infectious disease under the fifth category and is subject to the requirements under the Communicable Disease Control Act and related regulations.
Switzerland-COVID-19
On March 16, 2020 the Federal Council classified the situation in Switzerland as an ‘extraordinary situation’ according to the Epidemic Act and many restrictions were applied.
Spain’s COVID-19 Procedures
The Spanish Government, by means of Royal Decree 463/2020, is trying to contain and limit the spread of COVID-19.
South Korea’s Exposure to COVID-19
The Ministry of Health and Welfare published a list of documents to help the public and enterprises get through the COVID-19 pandemic, including reducing the rent of public property, exemption on the delay for the submission of business reports, etc.
Morocco’s Backlash of COVID-19
On March 14th, the Ministry of the Interior declared a ban on all public gatherings of more than 50 persons. Additionally, all ‘non-essential’ public places must be closed.
Germany’s Responses to COVID-19
On March 15, the Minister of Interior announced that, starting March 16, Germany will close its borders with Austria, Denmark, France, Luxembourg and Switzerland. These travel restrictions should not create any impacts for facilities.
Colombia’s Backlash to COVID-19
The end of the lockdown in Colombia has been extended from April 26 2020 to May 10 2020. However, from April 27, some exceptions will be added for the construction sector and the manufacturing industry.