South Africa's health minister, Joe Fala, told reporters that the ban was wrong.
.jpg)
The response from some countries to travel bans and other measures is completely contrary to the standards set by the WHO. Some countries had hastily decided to impose travel restrictions.
Stock markets around the world also saw a decline on Friday. Considering the potential for financial consequences, this raised fears among investors.
In India, the Sensex and Nifty fell by about 3 percent each on november 26. Sensex fell 1687 points. The Nifty fell by 509 points.
The major US FTSE 100 index closed down 3.7%. Leading indices in Germany, France, and the united states were also hit.
The biggest hit was in the air and travel or tourism companies. british Airways-owned IAG and Wiz air saw a 15% drop. Shares of Tui fell 10%.
Analysis - james Gallagher, health and Science Representative
This new strain of worrying virus is at the top of the World health Organization's list of covid viruses.
Although the decision raises concerns among scientists about the potential of the new virus, it does not change the actual situation or the facts.
This new variant has undergone several changes, which has increased its ability to infect faster.
At the same time, indeed, the protection afforded by some vaccines will not be very effective.
.jpg)
However, we do not yet have much information on this subject.
It is unknown at this time what he will do after leaving the post.
WHO has also named this new variant.
However, we will certainly talk more about Omicron in the next few weeks.
click and follow Indiaherald WhatsApp channel