Prognosis
Hong Kong Reports Daily Record of 108 New Virus Infections
- City extends social distancing measures by another week
- Hong Kong government to only provide emergency services
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Hong Kong reported more than 100 new coronavirus infections on Sunday, reaching a record as the government plans to extend mandatory wearing of masks to more public spaces.
Social-distancing measures including restaurant restrictions and gym closures will remain in place for another week, Chief Executive Carrie Lam said at a press conference on Sunday. The government is also planning to require that masks be worn in indoor areas beyond public transport.