HK announces extension of social-distancing amid spike in COVID-19 cases

Hong Kong on Monday announced further restrictions to curb a spike in coronavirus cases, including a ban on gatherings of more than two people, Matthew Cheung, chief secretary for administration of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government, said at a press briefing.

The latest measures, which will take effect from Wednesday, also include a complete ban on dining-in at restaurants and mandatory wearing of facemasks in all public places.