UAE to screen passengers on China flights after virus outbreak – ZAWYA

UAE to screen passengers on China flights after virus outbreak – ZAWYA

DUBAI - The United Arab Emirates will screen passengers arriving on direct flights from China, airport's there said on Thursday, as health authorities around the world scramble to prevent a global pandemic.. All passengers arriving at Dubai International on direct flights from China "must receive thermal screening at the gate upon arrival and be provided with information leaflets," Dubai Airports said.. Thousands of Chinese travellers are expected to pass through Dubai airport for the Lunar New Year weekend, the operator said.. Passengers arriving on flights from China at Abu Dhabi International , the base of carrier Etihad Airways , would also be screened, the airport tweeted..