All beer clubs will be closed from Tuesday until further notice, while temporary street markets and vendors will be removed from outdoor areas to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, according to an official document issued the same day.

Since late last month, Hanoi has suspended the operations of a number of non-essential establishments, including sidewalk eateries, karaoke parlours, bars, cinemas, gyms, spas, and stadiums, in response to the new COVID-19 outbreak.