Operational Impact

China announces new aviation rules. Latvian carrier airBaltic cancels flights. Bangladesh announces a full lockdown.

India and Pakistan announce nationwide lockdowns with only essential services operating. The Jakarta governor declares a state of emergency urging

Italy and South Africa provide a full list of their industries defined as essential services. India's Ministry of Civil Aviation announces suspension of

Jordan and India implement orders limiting residents of the affected areas from leaving their homes unless they are performing specified tasks.

Countries continue to take precautionary measures, including restricting the export of personal protective equipment and implementing containment laws to

The U.S. State Department has issued a statement warning Americans not to travel abroad and to return to the United States if overseas. The Houston Port

The Malaysian government has announced a two-week nationwide lockdown to prevent the further spread of COVID-19. 

On March 16, 2020 the Egyptian Prime Minister announced the suspension of all passenger flights in and out of all Egyptian airports.

Countries including Austria and South Africa increase border restrictions in continued efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19.