Singapore to ban short-term visitors from entering the country

Singapore will not allow short-term visitors from entering or transiting through the country as a measure to prevent the spread of imported cases of the coronavirus, according to local authorities on Sunday.

In addition, only work pass holders providing essential services, such as in healthcare and transport, will be allowed to enter or return to Singapore.

The measure will take effect from 11:59 p.m. local time on Monday, the authorities said.