Bangkok shopping malls closed

Thai authorities have ordered the closure of all shopping malls in the capital Bangkok after the country reported its largest daily increase in coronavirus infections on Saturday, reports BBC.

The city’s governor Aswin Kwanmuang said that, from 22 March, all malls will be closed for 22 days along with boxing stadiums, salons and arcades.

Those violating the order face up to one year in prison, a fine of up to 100,000 baht ($3,000), or both.

Thailand reported 89 new cases of Covid-19 on Saturday, taking the national total to 411. The new cases have been linked to earlier infections from a boxing match, an entertainment complex and a religious gathering in nearby Malaysia.

Of those infected, 366 are currently being treated, while 44 have recovered.