Taiwan reports 23 more COVID-19 cases, total hits 100

The total number of COVID-19 cases in Taiwan has increased by 23 to 100, the island's epidemic command center said Wednesday.

As many as 21 of the newly confirmed patients had recently traveled outside Taiwan, according to the center.

In a bid to curb the spread of COVID-19, the Taiwan authorities announced Wednesday that no one but its own residents shall be allowed to enter the region starting Thursday.