Of the 25 tests performed in Thimphu and Phuentsholing yesterday, one tested positive yesterday evening. It is an imported case, detected in someone under quarantine. Health officials have already initiated contact tracing, although most are already in quarantine facilities.

Heath ministry will share the details at a press briefing later today.

This morning, Prime Minister Dr Lotay Tshering offered khadar to Sangay Duba who formally joins office as the Cabinet Secretary.

His Majesty The King appointed Sangay Duba, former Secretary General of National Assembly as the Cabinet Secretary on March 11.

Amidst the current situation and a growing concerns with the first COVID-19 case in the country, we would like to remind that every one’s health and well-being is our top priority.

Therefore, The Cabinet Secretariat would like to share the notification issued by MoHCA, Thimphu in relation to travel permits and hosting events in Bhutan. This is shared for information of all the general public.

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