Before attending the executive meeting this morning (27th), Chief Executive Li Jiachao was asked whether he would convert the makeshift hospital into a transitional housing. Li Jiachao said that many experts have indicated that the new crown epidemic may rebound in winter, and the government will pay close attention to the use of isolation facilities Based on the epidemic data and overall changes, he will consider whether the facilities can be used for other purposes. Regarding housing policy, he will explain in detail in the "Policy Address".
Li Jiachao said that he will pay close attention to the use of quarantine facilities such as makeshift hospitals, and fully consider whether there are other possibilities for other uses, but stressed that the "0+3" quarantine arrangement has just been launched, and we must always pay attention to the impact of this change on the epidemic, and be careful In addition, the winter is an active period for the influenza virus. The government will handle it prudently based on the data and the overall changes in the epidemic situation. The "Policy Address" to be released next month will explain the housing policy in detail.
The Hong Kong government implemented the "0+3" quarantine arrangement from yesterday (26th), officially canceling the hotel quarantine arrangement. Li Jiachao believes that the response is positive and popular with Hong Kong people, hoping to help social and economic activities "move up".
However, he stressed the need to be careful to pay attention to uncertain factors, whether the epidemic has rebounded, and more importantly, that those arriving in Hong Kong and local residents can abide by the epidemic prevention and quarantine regulations, otherwise the prevention and control effect will be affected.
The construction of community isolation and treatment facilities at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal on February 20:
0+3｜Li Jiachao: If the epidemic trend is in line with expectations, it will gradually give more space for other activities Independent agencies strengthen inspections Li Jiachao: Implement 0+3 changes, be vigilant