Brunei is known as a country that excels in dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic pandemi
REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Brunei is one of the countries that is now known for its success in overcoming the outbreak during the new type of corona virus (Covid-19) pandemic, which is even superior to many developed countries.
Currently, Brunei has recorded zero cases of local transmission, the last time being found on May 6, 2020. The advantage of this Southeast Asian country is achieved by many preventive and further efforts, which need to be followed by many governments in other countries.
Since January last year, one month after the outbreak was first confirmed in Wuhan, China, the country’s authorities have restricted travel from China. The next precautionary measure was carried out in February 2020.
At that time, the airline Royale Brunei Airlines suspended flights to Changsha, Haikou, Hangzhou, Nanning and Shanghai. Later, flights to Beijing and Hong Kong were also reduced, as Brunei authorities began inspections at all ports of entry into the kingdom.
Brunei’s Ministry of Health announced the first case of Covid-19 on March 9. The country’s officials then acted swiftly, stating on March 17 that any individual arriving in Brunei, including Bruneians arriving from abroad, must self-isolate for two weeks or face a prison term of up to six months, or a fine of up to 10 months. thousand US dollars, or both.
In addition to isolating migrants from abroad, Brunei banned both domestic and foreign citizens from leaving the country on March 15, 2020 in an effort to contain the spread of Covid-19.
On 23 March 2020, Brunei’s Ministry of Home Affairs tightened restrictions by blocking entry of foreigners and closing restaurants.
Sultan of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah put himself at the forefront of the country to fight Covid-19. He advised the public about the severity of the pandemic and called on Bruneians to take health measures to prevent transmission of the virus, including regularly washing hands and wearing masks.
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