China Limits Inbound Visas for Countries That Require Covid Tests four Outbound Chinese
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- The Chinese Embassy in South Korea has suspended issuing short-term visas for South Korean visitors. This is considered the first retaliatory move against nations imposing Covid-19 curbs on travelers from China.
- The newly inaugurated Fushoushan Farm Guesthouse in Taiwan is fully booked for the Lunar New Year and 228 Peace Memorial Day holidays.
- Marriott International’s Tribute Portfolio continues to expand its footprint in Singapore with the opening of The Serangoon House.
The Chinese Embassy in South Korea has suspended issuing short-term visas for South Korean visitors. This is considered the first retaliatory move against nations imposing Covid-19 curbs on travelers from China. All the countries that were making travelers from China take extra tests or any other restrictions were warned that this would happen. The embassy said they will adjust the policy subject to the lifting of South Korea’s “discriminatory entry restrictions” against China. According to China, these countries are acting in disregard to scientific facts and the actual epidemic situation in their own countries. South Korea said their decision was made based on scientific grounds. They have held talks with Beijing since they were told of its move and will continue to convey their position that this was based on scientific and objective evidence. Arrivals from China must provide a negative result of a PCR test taken within 48 hours of beginning their journey or a ra