Dubai: Bars, lounges shut down as coronavirus fear looms large

All bars and lounges in Dubai have reportedly been asked to close with immediate effect until end of March as per government visory issued on March 16. A Dubai government media office spokeswoman, however, did t immediately comment when contacted by international media.

According to media reports, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai, said in a statement that bars, pubs, and lounge must immediately close down due to ongoing coronavirus outbreak. It said that instructions come in line with Dubai Government’s precautionary measures to ensure health and safety of its residents and visitors. closure was applicable to bars operating within restaurants.

Public events suspended

statement furr re that Dubai Tourism would continue to evaluate situation in coordination with health authorities. It furr mentioned that all efforts put by major partners were appreciated as drastic measure was aimed at serving public interest and protecting health and safety of society, a media report confirmed. ditionally, all entertainment destinations, public events, hospitality establishments and wedding halls were asked earlier to suspend operation starting March 15. gyms, spas, and parks were also instructed to shut down.

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A popular bar in Dubai, Barasti, anunced on social media that it was closing until end of month in line with government’s directive. McGettigan's Irish pub, ar popular hangout, h earlier in day shut four of its outlets in UAE, following ban on nightclubs as per media reports. organisers of Arabian Travel Market, a regional travel and tourism exhibition in Dubai h earlier anunced that y will be postponing exhibition this year. travel fair was due to be held between April 19 to 22 but was postponed due to coronavirus outbreak, confirmed media reports.

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