It is possible to get back to thriving tourism industry in 2021: PM Roosevelt Skerrit

Roseau, Dominica: Clearing any doubts on the Oxford Astrazeneca coronavirus vaccine, Prime Minister Dr Roosevelt Skerrit assured that the jabs are safe and critical to protect people from the contagious virus. During his weekly Anou Pale show, PM Skerrit stated that many European countries that halted the usage of the AstraZeneca vaccine have reversed their decision to suspend the jab. Also read: Dominica launches “Work in Nature Extended Visa Programme”

"The World Health Organisation continues to advise of the safety of AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine," added PM Roosevelt Skerrit.

Further sharing the vaccine status of Dominica, Prime Minister stated that more than 15,000 people have successfully received the first dose of the vaccine.

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The Dominican Prime Minister added that in order to achieve herd immunity, it is eminent to immunise around 70% of the entire population. He stated the vaccination rate is required to revive the tourism activity.

Besides this, Prime Minister stated that there are vital signs from cruise-lines that vaccination will be an essential consideration for the resumption of cruise-calls.

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He added that the tourism industry is very important to Dominica because many people depend on their survival and daily needs.

"It is important for us to get vaccinated and prepare ourselves for the eventual return of tourism in full swing," PM Dr Roosevelt Skerrit.

The primary health-care team of Dominica are also moving around the island to ensure more people can take advantage of the country's immunisation drive.

He advised people to get vaccinated and consider every Dominican's well-being and livelihood, particularly those who depend on the tourism sector to make a living.

Furthermore, he noted that it is possible to get back to vibrant, thriving tourism industry in 2021 because Dominica has done significantly well in handling the pandemic. He added that 950 million dollars had been invested in the hotel industry of the country.

Prime Minister stated that the government is taking various measures to control the spread of the virus.