China Overseas Chinese Network June 1st Question: @ 华侨 华人 Please note that from June, these new regulations and developments will affect your life
Unknowingly, 2020 is almost half. The midsummer in the northern hemisphere is approaching, but rising temperatures have not prevented the new Pneumococcal pneumonia virus from “sitting the city”. The epidemic situation in some countries continues to rage, and the daily lives of overseas Chinese and overseas students are still shrouded in the shadow of the epidemic.
June is coming, and some new regulations and developments that are closely related to overseas Chinese and overseas students will be implemented. Xiaoqiao combed them together, packed them with concerns, and reminded you overseas to pay attention.
Entry and exit dynamics
The White House announced that it will ban some Chinese students and researchers from entering the United States
The US White House government website issued an announcement on May 29 local time that some Chinese students and researchers will be banned from June 1st.
The White House's official website called "Announcement on the Suspension of the Entry of Non-immigrant Status for Some International Students and Researchers of the People's Republic of China." Security and benefits ".
The announcement said that these people want to enter the United States through F visa or J visa to study or conduct research, will damage the interests of the United States, and their entry should be restricted.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Zhao Lijian. Data map
Earlier, on the issue of the Trump administration considering the cancellation of visas for thousands of Chinese graduate students, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said at a regular press conference on May 29 that US leaders have repeatedly welcomed Chinese students to study in the United States. When the two heads of state spoke on March 27, American leaders once again said: "The American people have great respect and love for the Chinese people. Chinese students are very important to the US education. The US will protect Chinese citizens in the United States, including Chinese students." Does the US intend to eat up words?
Zhao Lijian pointed out that China urges the United States to abide by the relevant commitments of American leaders, immediately stop using various excuses to unreasonably restrict and suppress Chinese students studying in the United States, and support Chinese students studying abroad to safeguard their legitimate rights and interests.
Singapore Changi Airport will gradually allow passengers to transfer from June 2
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) pointed out that after the relaxation of the blockade measures to prevent and control the new coronary pneumonia epidemic in Singapore on June 1, the country will gradually allow passengers to transfer at Changi Airport from June 2.
The picture has nothing to do. Photo by Li Ruidun
Hong Kong International Airport will resume its transfer service in moderation from June 1
The Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Lin Zhengyue, announced on May 26 that the Hong Kong International Airport will resume the transfer service in moderation from June 1, but this measure does not involve immigration and immigration restrictions.
UAE will allow foreigners with valid residence visas to enter
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) and the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) recently issued a notice saying that foreigners holding a valid residence visa for the UAE can enter the country normally from June 1.
Some UK visa centers in China open on June 1
The Ministry of the Interior of the British Government has recently announced that the British Visa Centres worldwide will gradually reopen when local conditions permit. In China, visa centers in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Chongqing will be the first visa centers to restart services and will open on June 1.
The British Embassy in China stated that due to epidemic restrictions, some British visa and immigration services in China will remain closed. The visa center that restarts the service will contact existing customers. In addition, some English test centers will also restart services.
Singapore China Visa Application Center will partially resume business
According to the website of the Chinese Embassy in Singapore, starting from June 2, the Singapore Chinese Visa Application Center will resume partial operations, and accept visas and consular certification services every Tuesday and Thursday (9: 00-14: 00).
Visa applicants must submit an emergency card application form online in advance. If approved, the embassy will notify the applicant by telephone or email to submit the application to the visa application center. For consular certification applications, you can go directly to the visa application center during business hours to submit the application.
Overseas life dynamics
New York is expected to begin unblocking on June 8
New York State Governor Andrew Como announced on May 29 local time that New York City is expected to enter the first phase of unblocking on June 8, and five other areas of New York State will enter the second phase.
New York State's unsealing is divided into 4 stages, each stage is about two weeks. The necessary prerequisite for entering the next stage is that the number of new infections is declining. Before entering the third stage, bars and restaurants are not allowed to open. Cultural and entertainment venues such as museums and theaters can only be opened in the final stage.
French restaurant resumes business on June 2 to lift domestic travel restrictions
On the afternoon of May 28, local time, French Prime Minister Philip announced that from June 2 onwards, all other provinces of France, except the Greater Paris area, the overseas province of Mayotte and French Guiana, will be divided on the epidemic map. As a green area, the restrictions can be further lifted.
The government will expand the scope of school resumption of classes, open catering establishments, and gradually resume cultural and sports activities. Residents are no longer restricted to travel within 100 kilometers of their homes, and travel certificates within France are no longer required.
On May 30th local time, the Galeries Lafayette department store on Paris Avenue Ottoman Boulevard resumed business. China News Service reporter Li Yangshe
UK implements second phase of unblocking measures
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that in view of the fact that the current situation of the new coronary pneumonia epidemic in the United Kingdom has met the five test standards set by the government, the United Kingdom will implement the next phase of unblocking measures from June 1.
From June 1st, schools in some regions will gradually resume classes and resume non-essential retail business operations; people are allowed to meet outdoors in small areas, with different paces in various regions, such as the upper limit of 6 in England and 8 in Scotland.
Sao Paulo, Brazil, gradually relaxes isolation
São Paulo ’s governor Doria announced on May 27 that the state of São Paulo will gradually relax social isolation measures from June 1. Starting June 1, people will be able to re-enter offices, shopping centers, shops, car dealerships, and real estate companies. The state government recommends controlling the number of people in shops, with passenger traffic accounting for only 35% of normal traffic.
The shopping mall cannot open movie theaters and children's activities. At the same time, it is necessary to provide instructions on the new coronavirus in escalators, elevators, parking lots and other spaces. Customers and businesses must use masks and keep a safe distance.
The people of New Delhi took the heat under the big tree to escape the heat. Image source: ChinaNews
India will unblock restaurants and shopping malls from June 8
The Ministry of the Interior of India released a message on May 30th. In addition to the closure of the epidemic-prone areas in some key cities or regions in India, the production and life of the people will be gradually released from June 8th in all regions except June 30. open.
From June 8th, religious places, hotels, restaurants, shopping centers in India will be opened; curfews have also been adjusted to 9 pm to 5 am; cross-border traffic between states will be free to pass. In addition, international flights, theaters, fitness, swimming pools, bars and rallies and other activities will determine the opening hours after further evaluation. The decision on the start of classes for large and elementary schools will be made after July.
Bangladesh resumes public transport operations
The Bangladesh government has announced that from May 31 to June 15, in compliance with the relevant requirements for epidemic prevention, the government and the private sector will be allowed to reopen, and public transportation in the urban area can be resumed. During this period, various educational institutions will still be closed, and cross-regional passenger transportation will be suspended. Unless there are special circumstances, residents are prohibited from going out from 20 pm to 6 am the next day.
Greek national elementary schools and kindergartens will resume classes
The national elementary schools and kindergartens resume classes on June 1; June 6 restarts the Greek Football League; and from June 15 some tourists are allowed to enter the country.
New domestic regulations
The first basic and comprehensive law enforcement in the field of health and wellness
The Basic Medical Hygiene and Health Promotion Law will come into effect on June 1, 2020. This is the first basic and comprehensive law in the field of health and wellness in China.
The law dedicates a chapter to health promotion, proposing that citizens are the first person responsible for their own health; the state incorporates health education into the national education system; the state organizes surveys and statistics on the health status of residents; the state formulates and implements minors, women, and the elderly The health work plan for people and the disabled, and strengthen the health services for key populations.
The law also responded to violent injuries to doctors, quality of medicines, and pre-hospital first aid. For example, it is forbidden for any organization or individual to threaten or endanger the personal safety of medical and health personnel, and violate the personal dignity of medical and health personnel. Public places should be equipped with necessary first aid equipment and facilities in accordance with regulations.
Image source: ChinaNews
In June, all TOEFL, IELTS, GRE, GMAT exams are cancelled
According to the China Education Examinations Network, the Examination Center of the Ministry of Education issued a notice on May 26 regarding the adjustment of the overseas examination in June 2020. The notice clearly states that all TOEFL, IELTS, GRE, and GMAT tests in June 2020 will be cancelled, and the test fee will be fully refunded to the candidate's personal registration account. The notice also stated that the cancellation of the LSAT test held on June 28, 2020, the test fee will be fully refunded to the candidate's personal registration account. Cancel the Cambridge General English Level 5 FCE exam held on June 20, 2020.
Nationwide will implement "One Helmet and One Belt" security guard operation
In order to effectively protect the life safety of motorcycle, electric bicycle riders and car drivers, and reduce traffic accident deaths, the Traffic Management Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security deployed a nationwide "One Helmet and One Belt" safety guard operation. As of June 1, the scope of law enforcement punishment is limited to traffic violations that do not wear safety helmets while riding motorcycles and do not use seat belts when driving cars.
Multi-site high-temperature allowance starts to be paid
Starting in June, some provinces began to provide high-temperature allowances. At present, 28 provinces have published high temperature allowance standards. Among these 28 provinces, the high-temperature allowance is divided into three categories: monthly, daily and hourly. Judging from the length of payment, most of the provinces that clearly stipulate the time for the grant of high-temperature allowance are between June and August or September. Among them, Hainan Province has the longest distribution time, from April 1 to October 31, with a time span of up to 7 months.
From June 20th, the electronic inspection mark of motor vehicles will cover the whole country
The Ministry of Public Security decided to promote the digitization of motor vehicle inspection marks in two batches nationwide on the basis of the pilots in 16 cities to provide electronic license services for motor vehicle owners, drivers and related industries and administrative departments. cover. The implementation of electronic inspection marks and the issuance of electronic vouchers for motor vehicle inspection marks through a nationwide unified Internet traffic safety comprehensive service platform will make it easier for mass enterprises to apply for, present and use them.
(Source: China Overseas net official micro letter, Author: Ranwen Juan, Reference: China News, China Overseas Chinese network, Xinhua News Agency, the new latitude and longitude, etc., ID: qiaowangzhongguo)