Mellitah Oil and Gas Company has suspended flights and recruitment of foreign workers, in response to coronavirus outbreak in several countries, including Italy.

To address the shortage of staff; the company explained it would seek Libyan cadres to replace foreign workers, noting that the decision was made by the Board of Directors of the National Oil Corporation and the Mellitah Management Committee in order to maintain the safety of workers.

The company urged all employees to exercise caution and to comply with the established instructions for their own safety.

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