China: Officials implementing COVID-19 controls in Dalian, Liaoning Province, through at least Sept. 3

Event

Officials in Liaoning Province are imposing tighter curbs in Dalian through at least Sept. 3 due to COVID-19 activity. Stay-home measures are in effect in the main urban areas of Dalian, including High-tech Zone, Ganjingzi, Shahekou, Xigang, and Zhongshan districts. At most one person per household may leave once a day to purchase necessities. Residents are encouraged to wear N95 facemasks in public areas. Most businesses must close and nonessential employees are required to work from home. Factories may continue to operate but at reduced production capacity. Public transport, including bus and subway services, are suspended. Taxis and ride-hailing services remain available. Individuals that need to leave Dalian must present a negative nucleic acid test result taken within 48 hours. Security personnel will likely enforce checkpoints in these areas to ensure compliance with movement restrictions. Officials will likely carry out several rounds of testing in the affected locations before easing restrictions.

Authorities could extend the measures in Dalian if new COVID-19 cases emerge. Additional measures are possible in other parts of Dalian and Liaoning Province if there are new COVID-19 cases. Strict controls, such as stay-at-home orders and closure of nonessential businesses, are possible. Officials could launch testing operations in other areas of Liaoning Province. Business operation and supply chain disruptions are possible in industrial areas affected by localized restrictions.

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.