“The Sakhalin authorities are not planning to introduce tough antiquated restrictions.

The regional government at this stage does not intend to introduce a QR code system for visiting public places.

The island authorities refused to follow a path that would cause significant damage to the economy and local business, ”RIA Novosti quoted the regional governor's press service as saying.

At the same time, residents of the region over 60 years old, as well as those who have chronic diseases, but have not been vaccinated and have not been ill, are urged to observe the self-isolation regime at home.

Earlier it was reported that in the Kaluga region from December 15, QR codes will be introduced to visit a number of places.