How has the Spanish government responded to the crisis of Covid-19 in the port sector? The answer from Puertos del Estado

Spain has been one of the most affected countries by the COVID 19 in Europe. The strict quarantine imposed by the government limited most economic activities and restricted the mobility of people. In the meantime, during the past weeks, ports have continue functioning as crucial infrastructure to reduce the effects of the pandemic. In this article, the president of Puertos del Estado explains the main economic, legal and security policies and actions taken to cope with the consequences of the COVID 19 crisis. Activity on the part of Puertos del Estado, the Port Authorities and the entire Port Community has been relentless ever since the Government decreed a State of Alarm on the 14 March. In conjunction with the Ministry of Transportation, Mobility and Urban Agenda (MITMA) and other dependent bodies, such as the General Directorate of the Merchant Navy, and the Ministry of Health, Consumer Affairs and Social Wellbeing, and the Ministry of Economy and…