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Mask-free eating and drinking at exhibitions, toasting starting January 26
The government's latest exemptions on Friday night show people can finally go maskless when toasting on stage at an event or eating and drinking at an exhibition starting next Thursday (Jan 26).
Citizens also need not wear a mask when delivering a speech in religious activity on a religious premise.
A government spokesperson said Hong Kong is currently in the midst of the winter surge of influenza, and the Covid-19 virus still poses a threat to our community and may pose risks and a burden to our healthcare system.
The government appealed to the public to remain vigilant and observe personal hygiene to reduce the risk of infection while celebrating the Lunar New Year.
The government also called on citizens to get inoculated against Covid-19.
Click here to see the latest mask requirements that come into effect on January 26.
A government spokesperson said Hong Kong is currently in the midst of the winter surge of influenza, and the Covid-19 virus still poses a threat to our community and may pose risks and a burden to our healthcare system.
The government appealed to the public to remain vigilant and observe personal hygiene to reduce the risk of infection while celebrating the Lunar New Year.
The government also called on citizens to get inoculated against Covid-19.
Click here to see the latest mask requirements that come into effect on January 26.
