The Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria has taken a series of new measures as part of the battle against Coronavirus pandemic. The curfew, which was first declared on March 23rd, has been extended again, to remain in place till May 1st.

The new measures taken by the Autonomous Administration are as follows:

Pharmacies, veterinarians, greengrocers, butcher shops and food products shops will remain open during the course of the curfew.

Owners of shops for basic foodstuff will be able to open their business on their own initiative.

Exchange offices will be open on Friday and Saturday.

Architects, businesses selling construction products and industrial enterprises will be able to open their business on their own initiative.

Farmers and workers are exempted from the curfew. Vehicles transporting agricultural workers will not be allowed to carry more than 10 people.

Vehicles transporting basic stuff such as food, milk, cleaning materials and disinfectants will be able to move freely during the curfew.

Those obliged to work have to wear gloves and masks.