Following Covid-19 pandemic’s easing in Hong Kong, arrivals’ Health Code will turn green after quarantine, allowing them free access around the city.
Macao Covid-19 measures
Plans include closing schools and public venues, home delivery of essential supplies, reducing bus services and tightening entry procedures.
Potential employees must be double-jabbed and can only work in certain households; pilot scheme may open the door to foreign teachers in future.
Health chief also concerned about availability of quarantine hotel rooms and what to do if many new arrivals test positive for Covid-19.
While more expensive than mainland China, Macao’s fee is significantly lower than MOP 240 charged in Hong Kong.
Macao needs to assess the Covid-19 situation in mainland China as a whole, not just in Zhuhai, before any changes can be made, says health chief.