Indonesia Scraps Covid-19 Restrictions But Mask Mandates Still Apply

“The public must increase awareness and vigilance in dealing with the risks of Covid-19. Keep wearing masks [when in] public places, outdoor or indoor,” said Jokowi.

He further added that the Covid-19 vaccination remains to provide immunity. The people must also be more independent in preventing transmission, detecting symptoms, and seeking treatment for Covid-19.

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He said government officials, institutions, health facilities and healthcare personnel must also remain alert to provide booster vaccinations.

“During this transition period, the national and regional Covid-19 task forces will be ready to respond to the rapid spread,” Jokowi said.

He added that the government would continue distributing social assistance and tax incentives.

(Writer: Ardito Ramadhan | Editors: Bagus Santosa, Dani Prabowo)

Sources: https://nasional.kompas.com/read/2022/12/30/14381381/pemerintah-putuskan-cabut-ppkm-mulai-hari-ini.

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