China makes Covid quarantine voluntary
The internet link of the circular was widely shared on social media and triggered a surge in search volume for air tickets on various travel booking websites.
Pandemic
China’s hopes of looser Covid rules sets off rush for fever drugs
Given sentiments, authorities across the country have warned of tight supplies and price gouging from retailers in recent days.
Negative test results, health code generally no longer required
The new guidelines will also apply to people who travel to other regions of China.
Korea may lift indoor mask mandate in January
The new rules will unlikely be applied to all buildings and facilities, so wearing a mask inside would remain in place for high-risk environments.
Beijing reinstates dining-in, reopens gyms in widest Covid-19 easing measures yet
The new rules allow gyms and bars to reopen, restaurants to resume dining-in, and people no longer need to show proof of negative Covid-19 tests in even more venues.
Pandemic causing delays in pilot training, staff shortages in Japan
School closures followed the declaration of a state of emergency in the spring of 2020 and class suspensions followed.
More Chinese cities optimize Covid control measures
The changes cover nucleic acid testing, travel, buying medication and the treatment of COVID patients.
More Covid-19 infections and new wave expected with year-end travel, festivities: Ong Ye Kung
With more travel and with Christmas and the New Year coming and people going out, there are bound to be more infections," the Minister said.
Urumqi lifts more COVID-19 restrictions
Business outlets across the city, as well as entertainment venues will gradually open, officials said.
China further relaxes Covid-19 rules despite high infection numbers
Cities including Beijing and Shanghai announced an end to checking commuters’ Covid-19 test results before they are allowed to board public transport.