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27 countries have officially banned or restricted entry into Korea. Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-hwa, who is in Berlin to attend the multilateral talks, says he is excessive about quarantining South Koreans from parts of China.

This is reporter Kim Ah-young.

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As the number of Korean corona patients increased rapidly, 27 countries have banned or restricted entry into Korea.

As of 10:30 am, there are 16 countries and regions that prohibit entry into Korea: Bahrain, Israel, Mauritius, Hong Kong and American Samoa.

Reinforcement of immigration procedures, such as quarantine and quarantine measures, have been implemented in 11 countries and regions, including Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and Macau.

In addition, if there is a history of staying in Daegu and Gyeongbuk, it is likely that more restrictions will be imposed, such as a diplomatic policy.

The government has repeatedly asked each country for a careful response.

Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-hwa says he is staying in Berlin, Germany, attending a conference on nuclear nonproliferation treaties.

In addition, some areas of China are forced to immigrate from South Korea. "It is the primary judgment that it is excessive." Said.