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Singapore & Malaysia Lifts Border Entry Ban, Allows Vaccinated People
Singapore and Malaysia, on November 29, reopened their borders for citizens, workers and students (with passes). In view of Covid-19 pandemic, the nations had imposed strict border entry restrictions in 2020. With this ease, only vaccinated individuals along with negative Covid-19 reports taken 48 hours prior will be allowed to cross Causeway, between Singapore and Malaysia. The decision was taken to enhance economic situation, disturbed due… read-more
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Japan To Impose Ban On Foreigners Entry, Says PM Fumio Kishida
Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, on November 29 announced border restrictions for foreigners in Japan. Lifted earlier in November, the restrictions will be reinstalled in order to prevent the spread of Omicron, the new variant of Covid-19 in Japan. "We are banning entry of foreigners from all countries, starting November 30," said Fumio Kishida. Found in South Africa, Omicron is now classified as a "Variant of Concern" by WHO.
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Courtesy: United News of India
