Suspected case of Covid-19 in Adaaran Hudhuranfushi

A local exhibiting symptoms of Covid-19 in the resort of Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi has been placed in isolation.

The resort has now been placed under monitoring mechanisms.

The Maldives has confirmed 13 cases of Covid-19 so far. The positive cases are all foreigners. Three of these cases have since recovered.

The government has also put in place stringent measures against the spread of the virus. This includes restricting the movement of people from resorts and the mandatory quarantine of all arrivals except tourists in the country. The government has also ordered the closure of schools, restaurants and cafes in the Male' city area.