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Portugal

, a country with one of the highest anticovid vaccination rates in the world, announced on Thursday measures to curb the increase in infections by

covid-19

, including a week of restrictions after the end of the year holidays.

"We are seeing a worsening of the health situation," declared Prime Minister

António Costa

during a press conference after a council of ministers.

"It is the right time to adopt new measures" because

"we are entering a phase of high risk

,

" he

stressed.

As of December 1, the government recommends teleworking, the mask will once again be mandatory indoors and the health pass will be required in restaurants and hotels.

In addition, a

negative covid test

will be required

to attend cultural or sporting events, visit nursing homes, or go to bars and discos.

Regarding travel, a negative result will be required for all flights to Portugal.

After the end of the year festivities,

from January 2 to 9

, teleworking will become compulsory, school holidays will be long, and bars and discos will have to close.

Despite having 87% of its population fully vaccinated, Portugal is experiencing a sharp increase in covid-19 infections.

On Thursday, the country registered

3,150 new cases in 24 hours

, according to the latest report from health authorities, the highest level in almost four months.

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