China: Officials in Qinghai Province imposing tighter COVID-19 curbs in Xining as of Aug. 29

Event

Officials in Qinghai Province are imposing tighter COVID-19 curbs in Xining as of Aug. 29. Lockdown and stay-home measures are in place in the main urban areas of the city through at least Sept. 1. All individuals must work from home, while public transport and nonessential businesses are suspended. Residents are encouraged to buy their necessities online through community group purchases, though at most one person from each household may leave once a day to purchase essential items. Tighter security protocols, including checkpoints, are likely in place in districts and neighborhoods to ensure compliance with the measures. Officials will likely carry out several rounds of testing in the affected locations before easing restrictions. Authorities could extend the measures if new COVID-19 cases emerge.

Additional measures are possible in other parts of Qinghai Province if there are new COVID-19 cases. Strict controls, such as stay-at-home orders and closure of nonessential businesses, are possible. Provincial and municipal governments may require testing and/or quarantine for travelers from the affected areas in Qinghai Province; some local governments may ban travelers with a recent travel history to such locations. Officials could launch testing operations in other areas of Qinghai Province.

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.