China Overseas Chinese Network, June 7th: Many countries adjust their epidemic prevention policies, overseas compatriots should pay attention!

　　In recent days, many countries and regions have successively updated their local epidemic prevention measures and regulations. Xiaoqiao has sorted them out, let's take a look!

Italy: Mask order for indoor venues will expire on June 15

　　On June 5, local time, the latest statistics released by the Italian Ministry of Health showed that in the past 24 hours, there were 15,082 new confirmed cases of new coronary pneumonia in the country, with a total of 17,505,973 confirmed cases; 27 new deaths and a total of 166,949 deaths.

On September 1, 2021, local time, in Milan, Italy, passengers show health certificates at the train station.

　　According to the European Times, Italy's current order on masks in indoor venues will expire on June 15.

According to the current plan of the Italian government, it will no longer be mandatory to wear masks when entering indoor public places such as cinemas and concert halls.

However, public transportation and school mask orders may continue to be used, and the Italian Ministry of Health will discuss this next.

Greece: The mask order will be completely lifted from June 1

　　According to the announcement of the Greek Ministry of Health, from June 1, the mandatory use of masks will be lifted in all indoor and outdoor areas.

However, masks are still mandatory in medical facilities, elderly care units and other health units, as well as on public transport (eg city buses, subways, trolleybuses).

It is understood that the cancellation of this obligation is valid until September 15, 2022, at which time a new decision is expected to be made based on epidemiological data at that time.

Athens, Greece (data map)

　　In addition, on May 30, local time, Greek Health Minister Plevris said that the government was considering the fourth dose of the new crown vaccine for the general population from September, while he reserved the possibility of restoring some restrictive measures, adding that The exact situation will depend on the development of the epidemic.

Austria: Suspend mask wearing and vaccination requirements for three months

　　Recently, Austrian Health Minister Johannes Rauch and Chancellor's Office Minister Karoline Edtstadler announced a three-month suspension of the wearing of masks and vaccination requirements.

From June 1, masks will no longer be required on public transport and essential trade services, while mandatory vaccinations will be suspended.

　　Austria's health minister said the removal of the mask requirement was "temporary" to give everyone some breathing room during the summer.

The obligation to wear FFP2 masks remains in so-called vulnerable settings, such as hospitals, nursing homes and nursing homes.

As for compulsory vaccination, the current law does not stipulate how much vaccination rate is needed. From a medical point of view, the compulsory vaccination regulation is suspended.

Belgium: The federal government officially deactivates the barometer of the new crown pneumonia epidemic

　　According to the WeChat public account of the Chinese Embassy in Belgium, since May 23, the Belgian federal government has officially suspended the new crown pneumonia epidemic barometer and adjusted relevant epidemic prevention and control measures.

Masks are no longer mandatory in all places except in hospitals, doctors' offices and pharmacies.

However, it is still recommended to wear masks in crowded places or health care settings (such as nursing centers, dental clinics, physical therapy rooms, psychotherapy rooms, speech therapy rooms, etc.).

　　In addition, Belgium recently officially lifted the non-essential travel ban, and travelers from Belgium do not need to provide necessary travel certificates, do not need to show proof of vaccination, recovery or testing, and do not need to fill in the Passenger Locator Form (PLF).

But travelers returning from a country or region with a "new Variant of Concern" still need to comply with the rules before the adjustment.

There are currently no such countries or regions.

Thailand: Some night entertainment venues to resume business from June

　　According to Lianhe Zaobao, from June 1, Thailand will allow night entertainment venues in some areas to resume business.

However, these nighttime entertainment venues must comply with relevant government epidemic prevention regulations, cannot hold promotions related to alcoholic beverages, and all employees must take a rapid antigen test once a week.

Bangkok, Thailand (data map)

　　According to the report, the Thai government decided to relax restrictions on night entertainment venues to attract more foreign tourists and stimulate economic recovery in the off-season tourism from June to September.

　　In addition to relaxing their own anti-epidemic measures, some countries and regions have recently relaxed their entry and exit policies.

Japan: The daily limit on the number of people entering the country is increased to 20,000, and testing is exempted by category

　　According to Japan's NHK official website, as of 23:59 on June 5, a total of 8,949,214 new coronavirus infections have been diagnosed in Japan, an increase of 15,109 from the previous day, 77 of them were severely ill, and the number of deaths increased by 16, with a total of 30,753 deaths.

　　On June 1, local time, the Japanese government relaxed the policy of border crossings due to the new crown epidemic, raising the daily limit of 10,000 people to 20,000.

In terms of quarantine measures, countries and regions are divided into three categories according to the risk of infection, and inspections upon entry and home isolation are exempted according to vaccination status.

It is estimated that about 80% of those entering the country will be exempted from testing and isolation.

Tokyo, Japan (data map)

　　In addition, Japan will resume accepting foreign tourists visiting Japan from June 10.

Currently, international flights from five airports including Haneda are limited to accept foreign tourists visiting Japan. In June, it will be expanded to New Chitose and Naha airports, and Sendai Airport will be discussed.

In the economic and financial operation policy, the government proposes to "normalize economic and social activities at an early date", emphasizing the gradual adjustment of the new crown countermeasures.

South Korea: From June 8, people who have not been vaccinated will not need to be quarantined

　　According to Yonhap News Agency, South Korea’s Central Epidemic Prevention and Control Headquarters reported on the 6th that as of 0:00 that day, South Korea had 5,022 new confirmed cases of new coronavirus infection compared with 0:00 the previous day, with a total of 18,168,708 confirmed cases and 21 new deaths.

　　It is understood that the South Korean government will fully lift the quarantine obligation of those who have not been vaccinated against the new crown vaccine from June 8, as well as restrictions on the flight time of Incheon Airport.

The picture shows South Koreans gathering at a cafe in Mapo District, Seoul that night.

Photo by China News Agency reporter Liu Xu

　　The South Korean government said on the 3rd that due to measures such as restrictions on the number and time of flights at Incheon Airport, the supply of flight space was in short supply and the price of air tickets soared. The government decided to fully relax the restrictions on Incheon Airport from the 8th.

At the same time, nucleic acid (PCR) testing or rapid antigen testing before entry, and nucleic acid testing within three days of entry will be temporarily maintained.

Germany: Relaxing summer entry epidemic prevention regulations

　　According to the latest data released by the German Federal Agency for Disease Control and Prevention, the Robert Koch Institute, as of 00:00 local time on June 4, a total of 26,493,235 new coronary pneumonia cases were confirmed in Germany, an increase of 41,087 cases compared with the previous day, and a total of 139,386 deaths. , an increase of 73 cases compared with the previous day.

　　Recently, the German Federal Minister of Health Lauterbach decided to relax the entry and epidemic prevention regulations in the summer-from June 1 to the end of August, passengers entering Germany no longer need to comply with the "3G" rules, that is, they do not need to prove that they have been vaccinated. Or have recovered from the infection, and do not need to show a negative test certificate.

　　In addition, the German Federal Cabinet recently passed an amendment to the new regulations on entry and epidemic prevention.

It also stipulates that, in addition to EU-approved vaccines, all WHO-approved vaccines will also be recognized upon entry into Germany.

Indonesia: Open entry visa on arrival policy for many countries and regions

　　Recently, the Indonesian National Immigration Bureau announced the policy of opening the entry visa on arrival to 12 countries and regions. So far, the country has implemented the entry visa on arrival policy for 72 countries and regions, including China. Passengers from these countries and regions can pass the Indonesia has 9 airports, 11 sea ports and 4 land ports to enter Indonesia.

Spain: EU countries do not need to present a vaccination certificate

　　The Spanish Ministry of Health issued a resolution on June 2, stipulating that passengers entering Spain from EU countries, Switzerland, Iceland, Norway and other countries will not be required to present a new crown vaccination certificate from that day.

　　Although the epidemic prevention policy has been loosened, the current global new crown pneumonia epidemic is still complicated and severe.

Xiaoqiao reminded overseas compatriots not to relax epidemic prevention measures. Vaccinations, wearing masks, and maintaining social distance are still the most effective ways to protect themselves from infection.

　　(Source: China News Network, CCTV News Client, People's Daily Online, The Paper, "European Times", etc.; Author: Wang Chao)