Tuesday, 2 June 2020

Egyptian Govt. Dispels Concerns over Virus Spreading among Ministers

Egyptian Govt. Dispels Concerns over Virus Spreading among Ministers

Asharq Alawsat

Cairo - Asharq Al-Awsat
Egyptian Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Mohamed Abdel Aty speaks to the media during a meeting on the case of Ethiopia’s Grand Renaissance Dam in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia January 9, 2020. (Reuters)

Egyptian Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Mohamed Abdel Aty completed his home-isolation period after meeting with Dakahlia Governor Ayman Mokhtar, who had tested positive for COVID-19. By completing isolation, the minister has eased concerns and put an end to rumors that the coronavirus had infected ministers. Abdel Aty was required to isolate himself and adhere to all medical precautions in accordance with instructions set by the World Health Organization and the Ministry of Health. In a statement, he stressed that all workers and visitors of Egyptian ministries are only allowed to enter the buildings when wearing medical masks. Spokesman for the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation, Mohamed al-Sibai stated that the minister performed his work remotely from home during isolation. The governor of Dakahlia resumed work Monday after his full recovery.



from Asharq AL-awsat https://english.aawsat.com/home/article/2313666/egyptian-govt-dispels-concerns-over-virus-spreading-among-ministers

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