Take extra precautions during CNY season in wake of Omicron variant, says Sarawak DCM

Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian (left) and Kuching South mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng (centre) lighting up the White Cat statue at Padungan in Kuching for Chinese New Year. —ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/The Star

KUCHING: Sarawakians returning for Chinese New Year have been urged to be cautious in light of the Omicron Covid-19 variant.

Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said many people were expected to travel back to the state from Peninsular Malaysia and overseas for the coming festive season.