Samoan authorities have further tightened travel restrictions after announcing its first suspected case of coronavirus [Source: nzherald]

Samoan authorities have further tightened travel restrictions after announcing its first suspected case of coronavirus – a person who arrived in the country from New Zealand.

The island nation’s Ministry of Health is now advising anyone due to fly to Samoa for whatever reason to cancel their flight.

“Border requirements and restrictions will be more strengthened now at all international ports of entry,” a statement said.

“The ministry strongly advises all those intending to travel to Samoa to attend birthdays, weddings, reunions, funerals, conferences, sports etc, to cancel their travel plans and make other arrangements.”