The new coronavirus strain has already been detected in Canada, Norway, Jordan and South Korea. Other countries are taking hasty steps to keep the infection out of the country, Qadin.Net reports quoting Vesti.ru.
In Canada, a more contagious form of COVID-19 has already been reported in four people. The Japanese government is doing everything possible to prevent a new type of infection. Today, the ban on entry into the country from abroad comes into force. Until the end of January, the issuance of visas to citizens of all countries will be suspended.
The Tunisian government has also suspended flights from South Africa, Britain and Australia. In addition, the curfew in Tunisia has been extended until mid-January, and public gatherings, including New Year's events, are prohibited. Violators face fines and up to six months in prison. In Africa, many countries have tightened holiday measures. South Africa and Zimbabwe have restricted their meetings, and curfews have been extended in Kenya and Morocco. Coronavirus vaccines will be used in Africa only from the middle of next year.