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Chu Xuan Dung, vice chairman of the Hanoi administration, requests the closure of beer restaurants and makeshift markets, starting on May 11, as part of efforts to combat the SARS-CoV-2 virus in the capital.
The capital has also moved to ban gatherings involving more than 10 people in one place in an attempt to halt the spread of the virus.
Authorities arrive early at makeshift markets throughout the city to carry out the administration’s plan.
On-duty officials request that people leave the makeshift markets as a means of aiding in the country’s fight against COVID-19.
Security forces are on hand to assist people as they dissolve the makeshift markets.
All tables and chairs are collected and punishments are handed out to lawbreakers.
The management board of Phung Khoang market reminds both buyers and sellers of the need to don face masks and maintain a safe distance to curb the potential spread of the virus.
Shields are set up in restaurants, with customers now required to sit at a two-metre distance as part of the COVID-19 battle.
Signposts are erected at the entrance to Phung Khoang market, reminding shoppers about the need to abide by relevant prevention measures.
The majority of customers wear face masks when visiting makeshift markets in the capital.
Gatherings still take place at a makeshift market on Tan Da street in Ha Dong district.
Large numbers of people flock to purchase goods despite a notice being placed at the entrance of the site stating that people must not gather in crowds.
The bustling atmosphere can be seen at makeshift markets throughout the capital on May 12.
A man violates the rules by continuing to sell fish.
Police forces constantly remind sellers of the necessity of following COVID-19 rules.
Despite their best efforts, people continue to sell their items once the policemen depart.
Authorities mobilise cars fitted with loud speakers to inform local people and request that they suspend all activities in those makeshift markets in the locality.