[Breaking] Major Sources of COVID-19 Imported Cases to Korea, Central Asia Sees Serious Resurgence

[Asia Economy Reporter Heo Midam] Infectious diseases are spreading again in Central Asia, a major source of overseas COVID-19 infections in Korea.

Central Asian countries such as Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan hastily lifted quarantine restrictions as COVID-19 cases decreased, but are now facing a risk of resurgence.

Korean quarantine authorities have designated Central Asian countries as "quarantine enhancement target countries" and are reportedly strengthening entry controls.

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