Risk Assessment Report – 8 February 2021

Worldwide, there have been over 106.8 million cases and more than 2.3 million deaths attributed to COVID-19. • Malaysia on Sunday (February 7) eased COVID-19 restrictions for Chinese New Year reunion dinner, just days after announcing the initial curbs. The National Unity Ministry said that up to 15 family members from different households will now be allowed to dine together for their reunion dinner, provided they live within 10km of each other. These family members are also not permitted to travel across state or district boundaries. The ministry added that religious activities within houses of worship on February 11, February 12 and February 19 will now be permitted, subject to a 30-person limit. All individuals must also wear face masks and observe safe distancing. Malaysia reported 3,731 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, as well as 15 deaths. As of Sunday, Malaysia has reported a total of 242,452 COVID-19 cases and 872 fatalities. The Klang Valley area, comprising Selangor and Kuala lumpur, accounted for about half of the new infections with 1,978 cases. Johor registered 499 cases while Sarawak reported 219. Seven new clusters were also identified, including one linked to a religious activity in Perak. There are now a total of 441 active clusters in Malaysia.