01 April 2020 – Exports of protective medical equipment to non-EU countries banned

Type of Intervention: Executive Order, Regulation
Sectors Involved: Manufacturing and Industry, Trade
Intervention Categories: Legal and policy; Regulatory change; International relations; International trade and travel
Level of Jurisdiction: National
Lead People/Agency: Minister of Health, Prime Minister

Overview: Lithuania bans exports of protective medical gear to non-EU countries
Full details here: https://www.lrt.lt/en/news-in-english/19/1159124/lithuania-bans-exports-of-protective-medical-gear-to-non-eu-countries

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