SEOUL -- With South Korea facing a rapid surge in the number of coronavirus patients, the government is closing down its parliament and courts in an attempt to curb the outbreak and prevent widespread societal turmoil.
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South Korea's National Assembly building will be closed until Feb. 26 as the country grapples with the surge in coronavirus cases. © Reuters
SEOUL -- With South Korea facing a rapid surge in the number of coronavirus patients, the government is closing down its parliament and courts in an attempt to curb the outbreak and prevent widespread societal turmoil.