KUCHING: As the battle against the Covid-19 pandemic is still going on, festive seasons have to be celebrated in moderation.
Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) recently shared the standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the Chinese New Year (CNY) celebration which is this Friday (Feb 12).
It said this is to prevent the emergence of new clusters from family gatherings and open house visits.
Despite these restrictions, which include the absence of lion dance performances, members of the public are in high spirit.
They have also expressed positive wishes and hopes for this year even though the pandemic is not showing any signs of slowing down.
Michael Wee, 52, (freelancer UX designer)
My wish for 2021 is for all of us to be filled with resiliency to overcome all adversity and to be able to rekindle our passion and meaningful pursuits to live the way we want to.
Jenny Kueh, 36 (secretary)
This CNY may be a bit different but I hope the pandemic will end soon so families and friends can get together like before. May this CNY bring us economic growth to combat poverty as well as strength to overcome the Covid-19 pandemic.
Florence Ewe, 24, laboratory executive
Although there are many restrictions in place, it has taught us to cherish our loved ones, to always be content, and have hope as greater things are yet to come. I wish everyone a blessed and happy Chinese New Year. Let’s cheer to good health and a safe and joyous year ahead.
Jessica Soo, 20, student
Despite the current situation, I hope that we can still welcome the new year with a hopeful heart full of positivity. May the new year bring in joy that never fades, hopes that never die, and strength that never weakens. Stay safe, stay strong and follow the current SOPs!
Joyce Pang, 22, medical student
I wish nothing more than for this pandemic to end. I miss having reunions with friends, going to the beach, and being a tourist. May God have mercy on us and hopefully these challenges that we faced are worth going through it.
Helen Ling, 27A Audit associate
Chinese New Year will undoubtedly be a little different this year but I hope we can all feel a sense of unity in overcoming this virus together. Wishing everyone a safe and prosperous year ahead. Happy Chinese New Year!
