Indonesia's New Active COVID-19 Cases Rank 9th in Asia (Thursday, September 9, 2021)
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Indonesia reported 5,990 new active COVID-19 cases on Thursday, September 9, 2021, a decrease of 741 cases from the previous day.
According to Worldometer, Indonesia ranked ninth in Asia for new active COVID-19 cases. This is below Japan, which reported 12,398 new active cases.
Iran had the highest number of new active COVID-19 cases in Asia, with 26,821. India followed with 24,148 new active cases.
Turkey and the Philippines reported 23,846 and 22,820 new active cases, respectively. Malaysia reported 19,307, Thailand 16,031, and Vietnam 12,420 new active cases.
Overall, the number of new COVID-19 cases in Asia has shown a decline, attributed to the increasing number of vaccinations across the region.
To curb the spread of COVID-19, the public is urged to diligently follow the 3M health protocols: wearing masks, maintaining distance, and washing hands with soap. Reducing mobility and avoiding crowds is also encouraged.
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