Canada to temporarily bar entry for foreigners who have recently been to Congo, against UN advice
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Canada announced on July 19 that it will temporarily deny entry to any foreigner who has traveled to Congo within the previous 21 days. These border measures are part of efforts to prevent the spread of Ebola. The restriction applies to all foreigners, including those traveling from the affected region.
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Potential disruption to business travel
The announcement was made on Sunday, July 19.
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Canada will deny entry to any foreigner who has been to Congo within the past 21 days.
The Straits Times- Potential disruption to business travel
- May impact bilateral trade if extended
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Loaded language removed<p>July 19 - The Canadian government said on Sunday it would deny entry to any foreigner who has been to Congo within the past 21 days as part of new, temporary border measures to combat the spread of Ebola.</p>
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Canada will deny entry to any foreigner who has been to Congo within the past 21 days.
The Straits TimesThe border measures are temporary.
The Straits TimesThe purpose of the measures is to combat the spread of Ebola.
The Straits TimesThe announcement was made on Sunday, July 19.
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