JAKARTA - The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology stated that the government has six main strategies to anticipate the third wave of COVID-19, which has the potential to occur by the end of this year. Plate, in an official statement, reported by Antara, Saturday, October 16. Looking at last year's experience, people's mobility increased during the Christmas and New Year holidays, causing the number of COVID-19 cases and deaths to spike sharply. The government strengthened anticipation for the end of this year. First, ensuring the relaxation of activities followed by strict field controls. Johnny reminded that reducing the level of Community Activity Restrictions (PPKM) should not be treated with euphoria. "We must remain vigilant in implementing health protocols and limiting mobility," said Johnny.

Second, the government continues to increase the rate of vaccination for the elderly, especially in agglomeration areas and centers of economic growth. The goal is to reduce the death rate and hospitalization if a third wave occurs. Third, the government encourages the acceleration of child vaccination so that during the Christmas and New Year holiday seasons, child immunity has been established. Fourth, international flights have been opened, the government is committed to controlling the mobility of travelers. internationally with strict health protocol rules, especially to Bali. This follows international flights at Ngurah Rai Airport, Bali, which opened on October 14. Fifth, strengthen the role of local governments in supervising activities and educating residents in the area about the details of health protocols that must be carried out. Lastly, health protocol campaigns to improve community discipline." It takes good cooperation from all parties so that Indonesia can successfully control the COVID-19 pandemic and restore the national economy. 3M, 3T disciplines, vaccinations, and the implementation of information technology such as Care for Protect, are the keys," said Johnny. Circular of the Minister of Religion Number 29 of 2021 concerning Guidelines for the Implementation of the Commemoration of Religious Holidays, to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission while at the same time providing a sense of security for people celebrating Christmas.


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