Myanmar on high Covid-19 alert and restrict public events until late April

A woman wearing a facemask is seen walking along a street after office hours in Yangon. Myanmar government on Friday (March 13) announced the restriction of mass gatherings and public events including the traditional Thingyan water festival until the end of April. - AFP

YANGON: Myanmar government on Friday (March 13) announced the restriction of mass gatherings and public events including the traditional Thingyan water festival until the end of April, according to an announcement issued by the President's Office.

The move was made in light of the fact that the Covid-19 (coronavirus) outbreak can rapidly spread through public gatherings, and the suspension period of public events will be extended if necessary, the announcement said.