Fiji, Feb. 26 -- Fijian Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama has announced new measures to reduce the risk of an outbreak of COVID-19 in the country.

Bainimarama said following the closure of Fijian borders to all visitors from mainland China, from 28 February, Fiji will also be denying access to any foreign nationals who have been present in the nations of Italy and Iran or in Cheongdo county and Daegu city in South Korea within 14 days of their intended travel to Fiji.

"In cooperation with Fiji Airways and other carriers, our previously announced stringent border screening measures will remain in place for all inbound passengers to Fiji.

"From Monday next week, we will also be screening all international air passengers with handheld tem...