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Dubai's vast malls to close under UAE plan to curb virus
Dubai's famous malls will temporarily close for two weeks as part of the UAE's broader plan to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
The UAE has also announced the suspension of all passenger and transit flights for a renewable period of two weeks, with exceptions for cargo and emergency flights.
While most commercial centers and fresh food markets will be closed, pharmacies and food retail outlets will remain open, and restaurants will be limited to home deliveries.
The decision impacts major Dubai shopping centers like Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Mall.
Dubai's carrier Emirates initially announced a suspension of passenger flights but later adjusted its decision to assist with traveler repatriation before complying with the new UAE-wide suspension.
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