It has been announced all Dubai pubs, bars and lounges are to close until the end of March amidst the global coronavirus outbreak.
In a statement from the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, all bars, pubs and lounges have been instructed to close effective immediately for the next two weeks.
“In line with Dubai Government precautionary measures to ensure the health and safety of its residents and visitors; Dubai Tourism notifies all bars, pubs and lounges (including bars within restaurants) to close with immediate effect from today (Monday 16 march 2020) till the end of March,” the statement said.
It was stated that Dubai Tourism would continue to evaluate “the situation in coordination with the health authorities”.
“We appreciate your efforts as major partners aimed at serving the public interest and protecting the health and safety of society,” the statement added.
This announcement comes after all events were suspended in Dubai from Sunday 15 March until the end of the month.
Additionally, per the direction for the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, all entertainment destinations, hospitality establishments and wedding halls to “suspend” operations from 15 March until the end of the month.
All gyms, spas and parks have also closed for the next two weeks.
Similar closures have also taken place in Saudi Arabia, Lebanon and Kuwait.
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