Singapore Omicron Surge "17% of Local Infections"

[Asia Economy Reporter Yujin Cho] As the Omicron variant spreads in Singapore, it accounts for about 17% of all local COVID-19 infections.

On the 3rd, Health Minister Ong Ye Kung said, "Last week, there were 1,200 local infections, maintaining a stable trend compared to the peak (26,000 cases)," adding, "The recent COVID-19 surge caused by the Delta variant has at least for now subsided."

The number of severe cases requiring ICU admission and deaths also remains low.

However, he stated, "Omicron infection cases account for about 17% of local infections," and "a rapid increase in the Omicron variant is imminent, so preparations are necessary."

In Singapore, 155 new Omicron cases were reported the previous day. Among them, 119 cases (76.8%) were imported, and 36 cases (23.2%) were local infections.

According to the Ministry of Health, 87% of the population of 5.45 million have completed their primary vaccination series, and 41% have received booster shots.

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