Compared to the millions who flocked to Macao back in early 2020, last month’s total of 655,505 – more than 90% mainlanders – was a paltry result.
Covid-19
24-year-old female tested negative but remains in isolation; 22 others who crossed paths with her sent into quarantine.
Authorities stress potential risk of items delivered from mainland which may be contaminated with novel coronavirus.
CUHK assistant professor estimates daily number of infections will not return to four-digit until late May.
Public transport suspended, 17 million residents told to stay at home as authorities battle to contain Omicron surge linked to neighbouring Hong Kong.
585,937 cases recorded in official tally as number of Covid-related fatalities stands at 2,869.
Medical expert indicates situation stabilising gradually; Macao student tests positive on return from university in Hong Kong.
Campaign by volunteers and Social Welfare Bureau staff pays off as more elderly residents agree to get vaccinated against novel coronavirus.
Quartet had recovered after being diagnosed with novel coronavirus last month, but tested weakly positive on return to Macao; now being treated in isolation.