Malaysia imposes lockdown as Southeast Asia battles virus surge

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IN PHOTOS: Malaysia began a two-week national lockdown on Tuesday (June 1) as authorities tackle a wave of Covid-19 infections that has hit record levels in recent weeks. Read more:

 

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