03 February 2020 – Ban on importation of live animals and products of animal origin from China

Type of Intervention: Executive Order
Sectors Involved: Manufacturing and Industry
Intervention Categories: International relations; International trade and travel
Level of Jurisdiction: National
Lead People/Agency: Ministry of Agro-Industry and Food Security and the ministry of Blue Economy, Marine Resources, Fisheries and Shipping

Overview: Coronavirus Ban on importation of live animals and products of animal origin from China
Full details here: http://www.govmu.org/English/News/Pages/Coronavirus-Ban-on-importation-of-live-animals-and-products-of-animal-origin-from-China.aspx

Type of Justification: Perception of an increased threat to the country