Russia decides to suspend working visas to Chinese citizens, air services due to coronavirus outbreak
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The Russian government is going to suspend issuance of work visas to Chinese citizens, Russian Deputy Prime Minister and head of the emergency response headquarters for the prevention of the novel coronavirus’ spreading to Russia.
Two persons infected with coronavirus have been identified in Russia, both are Chinese citizens, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova said.
“The Rospobrebnadzor [Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Well-being] services have identified two persons infected with coronavirus in Russia — in the Trans-Baikal Region and the Tyumen Region. They are under strict surveillance. They have been isolated, and necessary assistance has been provided to them. Both are Chinese citizens,” she said.
The Rospotrebnadzor called on Russian citizens to refrain from participating in mass events and urged to maintain hygiene — primarily, to wash their hands. There is no risk of further spread of the coronavirus in Russia, the watchdog claimed.
Russia will suspend all air service with China starting February 1, the coronavirus prevention HQ head reported. Aeroflot regular flights to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Hong Kong will be the only exception from the ban. Four Chinese airlines will be allowed to fly to Russia, according to Golikova .
“We close all aviation frequencies, with the exception of Aeroflot, which will continue flying to four Chinese cities: Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Hong Kong,” the Golikova announced. “In accordance with the agreement with the PRC, four Chinese airlines continue flying to Moscow, they will continue operating on a regular basis.”
All Aeroflot and Chinese airlines flights will be conducted only from the Terminal F of Sheremetyevo Airport, while all other flights will be redirected to other terminals.
