Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh and several Vietnam provinces restrict gatherings, close street-side businesses

A police officer fines a man for not wearing mask in a public place in Vũng Tàu City, the southern province of Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu on May 3, 2021 morning. — VNA/VNS

HANOI (Vietnam News/ANN): Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and many provinces have imposed strong measures to curb the spread of the fatal coronavirus following orders from the Prime Minister.

From 5pm on Monday, Hanoi temporarily closed relics, religious sites and street-side restaurants and drinks stalls until further notice from the municipal People's Committee.