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South Korea to Impose Entry Curbs on China Arrivals Amid COVID Surge

South Korea to Impose Entry Curbs on China Arrivals Amid COVID Surge
Amid growing concerns about the Omicron COVID-19 outbreak, staff members wearing protective equipment guide travellers at the arrival hall of Incheon International Airport, in Incheon, South Korea, on Nov. 30, 2021. Jung Yeon-je /AFP via Getty Images
Lisa Bian
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Sean Tseng
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South Korea announced on Friday that it would limit travelers from mainland China by imposing visa restrictions, limiting flights, and requiring mandatory COVID-19 tests.

The move came after the United States, Japan, India, Taiwan, Italy, and other nations announced entry restrictions on tourists from China as the country grapples with a surge in COVID-19 infections.

Lisa Bian, B.Med.Sc., is a healthcare professional holding a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Science. With a rich background, she has accrued over three years of hands-on experience as a Traditional Chinese Medicine physician. In addition to her clinical expertise, she serves as an accomplished writer based in Korea, providing valuable contributions to The Epoch Times. Her insightful pieces cover a range of topics, including integrative medicine, Korean society, culture, and international relations.
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