The traditional Independence Day military parade on August 27 will only take place if all participants are inoculated against Covid. This was announced by Minister of Health Ala Nemerenco during a press briefing after the meeting of the Extraordinary Commission on Public Health.

The Commission also recommends limiting attendance. Guests must comply with the coronavirus restrictions in place, including keeping a minimum distance of 1 meter and wearing protective masks.

Also, Independence Day organizers are recommended to limit the duration of festivities to no later than 5:00PM, in addition to observing all protection measures such as wearing masks even for open air festivities.