WASHINGTON (Pakistan Point News / Sputnik - 13th March, 2020) The government of Canada plans to introduce a major fiscal stimulus package to help Canadians during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau told reporters on Friday.
"The government of Canada will be introducing a significant fiscal stimulus package in the days ahead," Trudeau said during a press briefing.
Trudeau said his cabinet was doing everything possible to protect the nation's economy. "We find ourselves in a very good fiscal position to do that," he added.
The prime minister also said Canada was planning to reduce the number of airports accepting overseas flights.
When asked about possible border closure for visitors from specific countries, Trudeau noted that Canada's government will make further decisions based on new developments, recommendation of health officials and international organizations. "We will not be closing the door any possible measures," he added.
Trudeau's wife was tested positive for COVID-19 earlier on Friday. The prime minister said that she remains under quarantine, while he and their children are separated from her.
"I continue working from home," he added.
The World Health Organization declared the spread of the novel coronavirus a pandemic. The total number of confirmed cases worldwide has surpassed 130,000, with a death toll of over 4,900 and recoveries exceeding 68,000.
