Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam (林鄭月娥) said that all people entering the territory from mainland China, including Hong Kong residents, would be required to undergo 14 days of quarantine. Lam said the measure are to take effect on Saturday to allow Hong Kong day travelers to make the necessary arrangements. She also said two cruise terminals — including one where a cruise ship is under quarantine — will be shut down. Outside China, at least 180 cases had been confirmed, including two fatalities, one in Hong Kong and another in the Philippines. To treat the thousands of patients, China rushed to build hospitals and converted a gymnasium, exhibition hall and cultural center in Wuhan.

Source: Taipei Times February 05, 2020 15:56 UTC