Published 12:49 IST, February 8th 2020

Strict new quarantine rules at Hong Kong - China border

Hong Kong may jail or fine anyone who fails to observe the two-week quarantine for arrivals from mainland China starting on Saturday.

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Hong Kong may jail or fine anyone who fails to observe two-week quarantine for arrivals from mainland China starting on Saturday.

Hong Kong has refused to completely seal its border with mainland China but hopes quarantine will dissue cross-border travellers.

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It also applies to travellers coming from or countries who h been to mainland China in past 14 days.

Hong Kong residents will be allowed to quarantine mselves at home while foreigners must stay in hotels or ir arranged accommodations.

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Those without any plans will be sent to quarantine camps.

Workers in logistic services such as truck drivers or flight crews will be exempt.

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Those who don't observe quarantine could face up to six months in jail.

12:49 IST, February 8th 2020