Starting from January 8, 2023, all countries entering China will no longer need to undergo nucleic acid testing or quarantine. This is what the West has long expected from China's epidemic prevention policy. But what is surprising is that in recent days, some countries have introduced policies restricting the entry of Chinese tourists.
Countries that currently restrict entry from China include Japan, South Korea, Italy, Malaysia , India, the United States, Spain, the United Kingdom, France, Morocco , Australia, and Canada. More countries should introduce measures in the future.
Which one is taking the lead?
Regarding the entry of Chinese tourists, Japan was the first to jump out and "set the pace", saying that it would compulsorily test incoming Chinese tourists, and those who are positive will be quarantined for seven days.
Japan's actions inevitably make people suspect that it is looking at the face of its big brother, the United States. Although the United States did not clearly announce the introduction of restrictive policies at the earliest, as early as December 15, the consul of the U.S. Mission in China announced that it would suspend routine visa services. All regular appointments at the embassy and other consulates general in Beijing have been cancelled.
Which countries are following
Countries such as the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy have followed the policies of the United States and Japan. Even India has begun to follow the footsteps of the West and implement epidemic control measures for our entry personnel.
The Australian Prime Minister also made it clear a few days ago that he has decided not to change the entry regulations for travelers from China at this time. But not long after, Australia suddenly announced official restrictions. A similar country is France, which has inconsistent positions. It is currently coordinating its position with and the EU , hoping that the EU will adopt a unified epidemic prevention policy for Chinese tourists.
Which country is the most extreme?
Morocco recently announced that all travelers from China will be prohibited from entering, regardless of nationality. This is the first country in the world to completely ban the entry of people from China. Most of the measures taken by other countries are reflected in the provision of 48-hour negative nucleic acid reports. Morocco is the first country in North Africa to sign a Belt and Road cooperation plan with China. This extreme approach is unexpected.
This situation is currently undergoing dynamic development. As citizens, we do not need to be filled with indignation and should look at it with cold eyes.
As Professor Tamaya, chairman of the Asia-Pacific Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infection in Singapore, said, at present, the number of new cases in China does not seem to be more than other temperate countries such as Germany, France and the United States. As for preventing the new crown variant, countries should not only worry about China.
