Muslims in South-east Asia mark a more 'selamat' Hari Raya amid Covid-19 fears, SE Asia


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Selamat stands for 'congratulations' but also means 'safe' in Malay. Whether it is in Singapore, Malaysia or Indonesia, heightened Covid-19 fears mean travel restrictions, fewer festivities and more Zoom gatherings, as Asian Insider finds out. East Java town eyes livelier Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration amid eased Covid-19 curbs As Hari Raya Aidilfitri approaches next Thursday, Banyuwangi resident Fitri Koreasari is looking forward to cooking up a feast for her family - a spread that will include festive favourites chicken opor and beef rendang. Unlike last year, when many cities across Indonesia were under lockdown, looser restrictions and fewer infections in...