China Advises Against Overseas Travel During May Labor Day Holiday

[Asia Economy Beijing=Special Correspondent Park Sun-mi] Ahead of the Labor Day holiday from May 1 to 5, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has requested its citizens to refrain from overseas travel or entering other countries.

On the 22nd, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated, "The global spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) continues," adding, "The cumulative number of confirmed cases outside China has reached 2 million, and deaths have exceeded 100,000. In response, many countries have strengthened entry and exit controls and are implementing strict quarantine policies."

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged, "Chinese citizens are asked to temporarily refrain from traveling abroad," and "Chinese people abroad should avoid crossing borders unless it is an urgent matter."

Furthermore, it emphasized, "Currently, international flights have been significantly reduced, and some countries have cut off air connections with the outside. Given this situation, we hope Chinese citizens will fully consider the risks of cross-infection through overseas travel and the dangers of staying abroad."

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