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Monica Garcia
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Monica Garcia is Spain's health minister.
Notable Quotes
"Once in Tenerife, if they are still healthy, all non-Spanish citizens will be repatriated to their countries."View Story →
"Everyone on board will undergo a medical assessment on arrival and, if fit to travel, those from abroad will be repatriated to their home countries."View Story →
"All passengers as well as 17 crew members will be evacuated but 30 crew will stay on board."View Story →
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