Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Advisory #8. Country/Territory Vanuatu Document type Miscellaneous Date 2020 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject General Keyword Basic legislation Hazards Institution Early warning system Public health Local government Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Use restrictions Risk assessment/management Geographical area Asia and the Pacific, Least Developed Countries, Melanesia, Oceania, Small Island Developing States, South Pacific Abstract This Travel Advisory #8, signed by the Director of the National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) in the Ministry of Climate Change Republic of Vanuatu, establishes that from 20 March 2020 all Vanuatu ports of entry are closed until further notice. This measure is taken to minimize the risks of importing COVID-19 into the country. Special consideration will be applied to foreign diplomatic missions and international organizations in Vanuatu as well as provided for medical evacuations on a case-by-case basis, in consultation with Vanuatu’s Department of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. Full text English Website images.impartmedia.com