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XBB COVID19 Variant in the Philippines

Update: DOH Confirms 81 Cases of XBB Omicron Subvariant in PH

The health expert has not ruled out the possibility that the XBB variant may already be present in the Philippines and could be the cause of the country’s daily rate of around 2,000 COVID-19 infections.
COVID 19 in Thailand to Reach Endemic Stage

COVID-19 in Thailand to Reach Endemic Stage, Expert Says

COVID-19 cases in Thailand are expected to slow down in September to mid-December, the country's top virologist Dr. Yong Poovorawan said.
Health Ministry to Limit Public Activities Warns of Possible COVID 19 Surge

Health Ministry to Limit Public Activities, Warns of Possible COVID-19 Surge

The Public Health Ministry appealed to Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt to limit public activities in the city as experts are seeing a possible surge of COVID-19 cases
Hong Kong Mulls Easing Quarantine for Inbound Travellers This November

Hong Kong Mulls Easing Quarantine for Inbound Travellers This November

Mandatory quarantine for inbound travellers to Hong Kong would likely not be required this coming November in line with the international investment summit to be held in the region.
Hong Kong Should Lift Restrictions for Corporate Travels Report Suggests

Hong Kong Should Lift Restrictions for Corporate Travels, Report Suggests

Hong Kong must consider allowing employees working in the financial sector to travel freely within the city to maintain its position as one of the leading global financial centres in Asia
Bangkok Prepares Isolation Centres as New COVID Surge Looms

Bangkok Prepares Isolation Centres as New COVID Surge Looms

About 50 district offices were instructed to have their community isolation centres and medical supplies ready in preparation of the looming COVID-19 infections.
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Social Distancing Measures Maintained Until Oct. 14 for Hong Kong

Vaccinations are still required to enter most Type D businesses, however banquet halls are able to accommodate for up to 240 patrons after a relax in the rules.