Is Australia blocked? When was Australia blocked?

At present, the epidemic in Australia is also very serious. As a world-famous tourist destination and a favorite place for international students, Australia has a large number of people entering and leaving the country, so the population mobility is great. In order to prevent the epidemic from spreading further, the Australian authorities also announced measures to close the country.

When will Australia be closed? -When?

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison 19 announced that all non-Australian citizens (excluding permanent residents and relatives) will be completely banned from entering Australia from 9 pm on March 20th, 2008.

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At present, the number of people infected with COVID-19 virus in Australia is on the rise. As of press time, there have been more than 600 confirmed cases in Australia.

By the morning of March 9th, 2008 1 1, there were 40 newly confirmed cases in New South Wales, the "hardest hit area", bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 307. Among them, overseas infection 129 cases.

Morrison said at the press conference held on the same day that the reason for expanding the travel ban is the same as other decisions that have been made on this issue. That is, at present, about 80% of cases in Australia are caused by people infected with the virus overseas or people who have direct contact with overseas returnees.

"Many measures we have taken have obviously had an impact on this. This global travel ban is a new measure to be further strengthened. " He said.

On the same day, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) announced the reduction of the official interest rate to 0.25% and a series of comprehensive programs to support the economy. President Philip Roy said that the plan will help boost the economy, reduce the financing cost of the whole economy and provide credit, especially to small and medium-sized enterprises.

On the same day, the city government of Sydney issued a statement on countermeasures against COVID-19. The statement pointed out that regarding public health, Sydney will follow the recommendations and instructions of the state and federal health departments. In terms of specific measures, including: cancel or postpone all non-essential activities, interview meetings and training courses of Sydney city government unless otherwise notified; Municipal swimming pools, gymnasiums, libraries, etc. Will be temporarily closed.

The number of Australian non-citizens coming to Australia has decreased by two-thirds, which shows that the travel ban has achieved initial results. Australian permanent residents and Australian citizens must be separated after returning to Australia 14 days.

Morrison also said that the federal government and the Reserve Bank of Australia have the same goal in dealing with the COVID-19 issue: to build a "bridge" to economic recovery.

"We hope that the life of Australians can be restored to its original level."

Premier Scott Morrison explained in detail the reasons behind the travel ban. He said: "In Australia, about 80% of cases are infected overseas or have direct contact with overseas people."

He said that the measures taken by the Australian government have obviously played a role, and today's statement is to further strengthen the measures.

Australian Finance Minister Josh Friedenberg, who attended the press conference together, said that extraordinary times require extraordinary measures. Today, the Australian government and the Reserve Bank have injected more than A $654.38 billion into the Australian financial system. This shows "our determination to make every effort to support Australian employment and Australian enterprises", Debao said.

In addition, the New Zealand government has just announced that it will ban all non-New Zealand citizens and permanent residents from entering the country.

Morrison said that he had negotiated with the New Zealand Prime Minister to "adjust the cross-strait arrangements in tasman sea" and said that he would cooperate with Qantas and other airlines to ensure the smooth return of Australians.