JAKARTA - European Commission spokesperson Eva Hrncirova said the risk of hantavirus to the European public is still low.
"Based on the latest assessment of the World Health Organization (WHO), the risk of hantavirus for the European public is currently considered low," Hrncirova said at a press conference reported by ANTARA from Sputnik, Monday, May 11.
He emphasized that public health protection remains the European Commission's top priority.
According to Hrncirova, the European Union (EU) has coordinated the repatriation flights of member states from the MV Hondius cruise ship throughout the weekend.
Four flights were operated on Sunday through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism using a special transport scheme and the implementation of all necessary health protocols.
This step was taken to protect passengers, flight crew, operational officers, and the community during the repatriation process.
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