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Singapore to close most workplaces, shift to online classes
Singapore announced the closure of most workplaces and a shift to online classes as part of a "circuit breaker" strategy to curb the spread of the coronavirus, with restrictions taking effect on April 7 and April 8, respectively.
These enhanced restrictions aim to halt the virus's transmission following a recent increase in locally transmitted cases.
Essential services like supermarkets, hospitals, and key banking services will remain operational.
Students will attend school remotely, with physical classes only available for children of essential workers who lack alternative care.
Citizens are urged to remain at home as much as possible, minimize physical contact, and go out only for essential needs.
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong expressed concern that the situation could worsen without these additional measures.
The city-state has previously been commended for its effective contact tracing and testing strategies in managing the outbreak.
Singapore has recorded 1,049 COVID-19 infections and five fatalities as of Thursday, April 2.
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