China: Officials imposing tighter curbs in Dandong and Donggang, Liaoning Province, June 6 due to COVID-19

Event

Officials in Liaoning Province are implementing tighter curbs in Dandong City and Donggang County as of June 6 due to COVID-19 activity. Most vehicles are barred from driving on roads in Donggang except for essential vehicles delivering medical care and basic necessities. Separately, around 41 areas are under targeted lockdown measures in Dandong City; residents in the affected locations must stay at home, undergo daily testing, and purchase necessities online through group purchases.

Additional measures are likely if there are new COVID-19 cases. Strict controls, such as stay-at-home orders and closure of nonessential businesses, are possible in locations with COVID-19 activity. . Increased health screenings are likely at Dandong Langtou Airport (DDG) and other passengers transport hubs in the province. Business operations and supply chain disruptions are possible in industrial areas affected by localized restrictions and at China-North Korea border checkpoints.

Dandong and Donggang are approximately 180 km (111 miles) southeast of Shenyang.

Advice

Strictly heed the instructions of authorities. Remain cooperative if approached and questioned by law enforcement officers. Confirm appointments and travel reservations due to possible restrictions.