UK Strengthens Quarantine for Arrivals via Daegu and Cheongdo

Mandatory Self-Quarantine and Reporting
Same Measures Applied to Arrivals from Italy, Japan, and Others

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[Asia Economy Reporter Minwoo Lee] The UK government has decided to impose mandatory self-quarantine on individuals who have passed through Daegu City and Cheongdo County in Gyeongsangbuk-do, which are designated special management areas by the South Korean government. This measure is to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19).

According to major foreign media on the 25th, the UK government announced that since the 19th, those entering the country after passing through Daegu City and Cheongdo County must self-quarantine even if they show no specific symptoms, and report to the National Health Service (NHS).

Previously, only those arriving from South Korea within 14 days who exhibited symptoms such as coughing, fever, or difficulty breathing were required to self-quarantine and notify the NHS.

Meanwhile, the same measures have been applied to those arriving from regions such as Italy, Iran, and Hubei Province in China.

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