Italy begins to implement the
Super Green Pass, which allows a person to enter theatres, cinemas, music venues, sports events, restaurants and bars if they are
vaccinated or have recovered from COVID-19 within the past six months.
(BBC News)
It is announced that over 50% of India's eligible adult population is now fully vaccinated.
India is targeting 100%
COVID-19 adult vaccination by December 31.
(Khaleej Times)
Nepal reports its first two cases of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant in a 71-year-old Nepali national and a 66-year-old foreigner.
(The Himalayan Times)
Thailand reports its first case of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant in a 38-year-old U.S. citizen who had travelled from
Spain nearly a week ago.
(The New York Times)
Argentina reports its first case of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant in a 38-year-old fully vaccinated person who traveled from
South Africa on November 30.
(Anadolu Agency)
In
Madagascar, twenty people, including two
French nationals, are charged with crimes including criminal conspiracy, criminal association, rebellion against the president and possession of illegal weapons, for allegedly plotting to kill
presidentAndry Rajoelina.
(Reuters)
The
United States announces a formal diplomatic
boycott of the upcoming Winter Olympic Games in
Beijing,
China. The
White House says that no official delegation will be sent to the Games due to concerns regarding China's human rights record.
(BBC Sport)