INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Chinese authorities have closed Tibet&s famed Potala Palace after a minor outbreak of COVID-19 was reported in the Himalayan region.The
action underscores China&s continued adherence to its &zero-COVID& policy, mandating lockdowns, routine testing, quarantines and travel
restrictions, even while most other countries have reopened, AP reported.A notice on the palace&s Weixin social media site said the palace
that was the traditional home of Tibet&s Buddhist leaders would be closed from Tuesday, with a reopening date to be announced later.Tibet&s
economy is heavily dependent on tourism and the Potala is a key draw.China announced 828 new cases of domestic transmission on Tuesday, 22
The majority of those cases showed no symptoms.Meanwhile, more than 80,000 travelers remain stranded on the southern resort island of Hainan
under requirements that they consistently test negative for the virus in coming days before being allowed to leave, AP reported.The post
China closes Potala Palace after COVID-19 reported in Tibet first appeared on Ariana News.
