Due to the rapid spread of Omicron and the weak course of the virus, the obligation to present a green passport is abolished in Georgia, - the relevant decision was adopted by the Coordination Council today. The sitting was chaired by Prime Minister Irakli Gharibashvili was held in the format of a video conference, as Irakli Gharibashvili tested positive for coronavirus yesterday.
According to the Coordination Council, those who need a green passport to travel abroad will still be able to use this mechanism.
In addition, despite the growing number of infections, the situation is fully manageable, the pressure on the hospital sector is not increased significantly, the vast majority of patients are treated at home and their health is monitored by family doctors.
"Coordination Council reiterated the importance of vaccination to prevent possible complications in case of infection with the virus. It is especially important to vaccinate the so-called risk groups so as not to aggravate their health condition. In case of getting the first dose of jab, citizens above the age of 50 will receive GEL 200, while in case of the so-called booster dose, individuals of the same age group will receive GEL 100", - press-release reads.
Coordination Council called on citizens to wear face masks and keep social distance as well.
