The Taiwanese Coast Guard has announced a number of new port security measures to combat coronavirus concerns, throwing a wrench into potential alternative deployment plans outside of mainland China.

Cruise ships that have confirmed or suspected cases or coronavirus in the last 28 days are not permitted into Taiwan, nor are any cruise ships that have visited mainland China in the last 14 days.

In addition, a separate report said any cruise ship carrying Chinese crew will also not be permitted to enter Taiwan.