The leaders of European Union countries agreed to close the entire border for 30 days to prevent Covid-19 from spreading.

"The enemy is nCoV and we must do our best to protect the people, as well as the economy. We are ready to do everything we need and do not hesitate to apply additional measures if the situation changes." , European Commission (EC) President Ursula von der Leyen said at a press conference on the evening of March 17.

The leaders of the European Union (EU) previously agreed to propose banning unnecessary travel to the bloc within 30 days to deal with Covid-19, and set up fast customs clearance routes at the border. gender to ensure the ability to transport goods.

The blockade will take effect as soon as the governments of the EU member states complete internal preparations, of which Germany is expected to take effect from the morning of March 18. The prohibition of entry with non-EU citizens will depend on the specific country.

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