The United Arab Emirates has noted United Kingdom’s decision of restricting flights from the UAE. The UAE has affirmed to continue its role as key hub for travel and logistics following highest international standards of health and safety.

The UAE will maintain addressing all pandemic challenges in a global effort based on science and measured manner. It is also in dialogue with international experts and policy-makers.

Hend Al Otaiba, Director of Strategic Communications at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation said, “The cornerstone of our fight against the pandemic has been PCR testing, awarding the UAE the highest testing rate per capita globally. In light of new variants in other parts of the world, the UAE has intensified efforts to mitigate these risks. New measures include requiring PCR tests for incoming travellers, imposing restrictions on entertainment venues, further limiting gatherings, and implementing awareness campaigns for the general public in a transparent and open manner.”

“We are confident of our ambitious vaccination program that is ranked second globally in doses administered per capita and have every confidence in our medical infrastructure and frontline workers,” Al Otaiba added.

UAE has decided to extend visit visas free of charge for British travelers affected by the decision. 

WAM