CLEAN : Hong Kongers critical of government plan to limit alcohol over virus

The transcript discusses the role of alcohol in the context of the coronavirus pandemic, suggesting that alcohol itself does not exacerbate the situation. It debates the effectiveness of closing bars and restaurants in controlling the virus spread, emphasizing responsible behavior from individuals returning from abroad. The discussion also touches on the reintroduction of the virus from international travelers, despite initial success in controlling the outbreak.

What does the speaker imply about the responsibility of people returning from abroad?

What was the situation regarding the virus before the recent influx of cases?