HPA also announced that the test results of suspected cases of Covid-19 from Centara Grand Island Resort and Veligandu Island Resort had come back as negative. In addition to the resorts, a suspected case of the virus from a Sri Lankan vessel named “Alion” had also tested negative for the virus.
The resorts and individuals have now been released from the monitoring mechanisms of the government, following the test results.
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.