Ministry of Economy: Most Permitted Economic Activities Will Continue Unhindered

Despite the state of emergency, most of the permitted economic activities will continue unhindered in the country, the Minister of Economy Natia Turnava said while explaining the restrictions imposed within the State of Emergency regime declared on Saturday, including a ban on the gathering of more than 10 people.

"First of all, permitted economic activity continues as normal. Production, transport and economic activities are not suspended or restricted at this stage. Naturally, the state of emergency implies very important and special measures to prevent citizens from spreading the virus," she noted, giving the exaple of the restaurant business which has been suspended, implying restriction of their work, though the population can still benefit from take-away services.

Trading facilities, except for grocery stores, are restricted; however, they are also permitted to continue work through remote services. 

“Consequently, the work of enterprises continues unhindered. Infrastructure projects, construction, the transport sector, and urban transport are still functioning. There are no special restrictions being imposed in this regard. However, it is clear that all these sectors must comply with the healthcare recommendations and adhere to sanitary and hygiene standards,” Turnava said.

Grocery stores and retailers, the Minister of Economy explained, are instructed to follow all the necessary measures recommended by medics - that is, active use of disinfectants, protection of sanitary and hygiene norms, and distancing of consumers.

By Ana Dumbadze