The ASEAN region has seen various restrictions put in place to curb transmission of the Covid-19 virus. We take a look at how some countries are coping.
Singapore
- Social gatherings have been reduced to two
- Event attendees cut from 250 – 100 with pre-event testing
- Group sizes will be capped at 2 except for wedding receptions where 5 pax per table are allowed
- Events without pre-testing are capped at 50 pax
- No dine-in at F&B outlets
Malaysia
- Plans to ease restrictions have been made for those who have been fully vaccinated
- Travel beyond the 10km radius limit and dine-in at restaurants remain banned under the full movement order in most states
Thailand
- Nationwide ban on public gatherings
- Fully vaccinated tourists are allowed to visit Phuket where most residents have been vaccinated
- Islands of Samui, Tao and Phangan have also been opened to visitors
Indonesia
- Curbs of movement still are in place
- Malls have been shut and dining in is banned
- Wedding receptions can be held with a max of 30 people without dining in
- Public transport may operate with a maximum of 70% capacity
Philippines
- Travel bans to and from Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and South Asia
- Shelter-at-home and movement curbs are in place in Metro Manila till July 31st
- Gyms, salons, barbershops, tourist attractions and meeting venues will be shut
- Social gatherings in homes are banned
Sources: Al-Jazeera, Channel News Asia, South China Morning Post, The Straits Times
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