▲ 'New Corona' Response High Party Consultation Council
Prime Minister Chung Se-kyun today (5th) said, "We will take a closer look not only in Hubei Province, China, but also take necessary measures between the two countries."
Mr. Chung told a high-level party, government, and government council meeting today, saying, “We will thoroughly prepare for further spreads and prolong the possibility of the spread of new coronavirus infections.
Earlier today, the government banned all foreigners who have visited or stayed in Hubei, China, which includes the epicenter of virus, from 00:00.
Mr. Chung's comments today suggest the possibility of enforcing additional bans on visitors outside of Hubei.
In addition, some confirmed Koreans have been to Japan, Thailand, etc., which means that they will support the inspection if necessary even if they are not in China.
Chung said, “It is important to keep national safety, but we will also closely examine the impact on the economy and come up with countermeasures.”
He also emphasized that "one person's fake news is causing anxiety and confusion in many people and impeding countermeasures." The government will respond strictly so that fake news is not produced or distributed. "
In addition, he asked for bipartisan cooperation with the political authorities. He urged them to open a temporary parliament in February as soon as possible for quarantine and medical treatment.
Mr. Chung said, “The government has a superior defense system and accumulated know-how, more than any other country, like the case of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (PDS),” he said. I'm sure. "
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