No new coronavirus cases have been reported in Egypt’s tourist governorates and hotels since 11 days, said Deputy Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Ghada Shalaby. She assured that to help maintain the return of tourism, all hotel workers have been obligated to implement preventive measures. Egypt has since received tourists from Russia and other foreign countries, she said, who are are currently enjoying their stay in Sharm el-Sheikh and other tourist cities. Egypt suspended tourism in March as part of measures to combat the spread of coronavirus. Tourism is a vital sector in Egypt, accounting for roughly 12 percent of Egypt’s GDP.

Source: Egypt Independent July 14, 2020 15:56 UTC