New Zealand's central bank slashed interest rates by 75 basis points to a record low on Monday following an emergency meeting. New York Mayor Bill de Blasio said on Sunday he was ordering restaurants, bars and cafes to only sell food on a take-out or delivery basis. Argentina will close its borders for 15 days to non-residents, President Alberto Fernandez said in a televised press conference. Peruvian President Martin Vizcarra said later on Sunday that Peru would also close its borders, suspending air and sea transport. However, Ohio and Illinois on Sunday ordered all bars and restaurants to close, although carry-out and delivery are still allowed.

Source: bd News24 March 16, 2020 04:41 UTC