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Swatch cancels Zurich watch event over coronavirus fears

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A file photo dated 08 September 2008 of a big Swatch, pictured in Bregenz, Austria. EPA/GAETAN BALLY

Swatch Group has called off its “Time to Move” watch fair in Zurich, due to take place at the end of February, amid fears over the new coronavirus outbreak.

“Considering the uncertainty related to the 2019-nCoV Coronavirus outbreak, and in order to guarantee the welfare of our guests, partners, and colleagues, Swatch Group has decided not to hold the Time to Move event,” Swatch told the AWP news agency on Tuesday.

A presentation to suppliers was due to be held in Zurich from February 28 to March 2, followed by a press event from March 4-6.

The Biel/Bienne-based group said it wanted to “avoid partners having to make international flights during a period of insecurity”.

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