04 May 2021 | 07:36 AM UTC
Cambodia: Authorities to lift inter-provincial travel ban in Phnom Penh and Kandal's Takhmao from May 6 /update 2
Cambodia to lift inter-provincial travel ban in Phnom Penh and Kandal's Takhmao from May 6. Rules of varying levels in place in some areas.
Event
Authorities will ease inter-provincial travel restrictions in Phnom Penh and Kandal Province's Takhmao from May 6 amid ongoing efforts to stem the spread of COVID-19. However, the government will continue to classify specific localities within Phnom Penh and Takhmao into three groups, with red being the strictest, followed by dark yellow and yellow. In red zones, which have the highest risk of COVID-19 transmission, residents must remain in their residences, except when seeking medical assistance, among others. In dark yellow zones, a 20:00-05:00 nightly curfew is in effect. Locals can leave their residences if they show a permit issued by authorities. In yellow zones, people can leave their homes as long as they adhere to health protocols. Essential businesses, such as food establishments and medical facilities, can likely still operate on-site across the three categories. The central government allows local officials discretion in classifying specific areas into the three groups. Officials may further amend or reintroduce the measures at short notice, particularly if there is an increase in local COVID-19 activity.
Authorities will likely maintain security protocols, like checkpoints, to enforce continued restrictions in specific areas, especially the red zones. Some business disruptions will likely continue due to continued measures in some localities.
Advice
Heed the instructions of authorities. Avoid nonessential operations in areas impacted by the restrictions. Confirm transport reservations. Remain cooperative if questioned by law enforcement officers.
