A man in a face mask walks past barriers blocking access to buildings in the central Chinese city of Wuhan, epicentre of China's coronavirus outbreak. Photo: Reuters
A man in a face mask walks past barriers blocking access to buildings in the central Chinese city of Wuhan, epicentre of China's coronavirus outbreak. Photo: Reuters
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Coronavirus: What are the lockdown measures and travel bans in Asia?

  • The restrictions introduced in Wuhan, where the new virus was first reported, are being replicated in varying degrees around the region
  • Travel bans, compulsory quarantine and reduced freedom of movement for residents are a common feature

A man in a face mask walks past barriers blocking access to buildings in the central Chinese city of Wuhan, epicentre of China's coronavirus outbreak. Photo: Reuters
A man in a face mask walks past barriers blocking access to buildings in the central Chinese city of Wuhan, epicentre of China's coronavirus outbreak. Photo: Reuters
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