Sing Haiming, Chinese Ambassador: "Korea-China Agree on 'Fast Track' for Businesspeople"

[Asia Economy Reporter Dongwoo Lee] Xing Haiming, the Chinese Ambassador to Korea, announced on the 28th that South Korea and China have agreed on a 'fast-track' system guaranteeing exceptional entry for businesspeople from both countries amid the COVID-19 situation.

Ambassador Xing stated in his keynote speech at a breakfast meeting hosted by the Federation of Korean Industries at the FKI Hall in Yeouido on the morning of the same day, "South Korea and China have agreed on the fast-track, and the details of the agreement will be announced soon."

Immediately after the meeting, Ambassador Xing said, "We have agreed on the principles and are finalizing the specific details," adding, "I hope the announcement will come out this week."

Previously, China announced on the 28th of last month a temporary suspension of entry for all foreigners.

Ambassador Xing said, "We are seriously considering facilitating mutual visits so that Korean company employees working in China can return promptly," and added, "We are making many efforts to enable Korean business personnel to resume work and operations."

Regarding Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Korea, Ambassador Xing explained, "The two countries are continuing consultations through diplomatic channels and are working to ensure that he can visit Korea at an appropriate time."

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