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China's COVID cases are spiking. Here's how 5 countries are restricting travel for passengers arriving from China.

Marielle DescalsotaDec 29, 2022, 17:49 IST

People queue for Covid-19 tests in Shanghai, China.Wang Gang/VCG via Getty Images.

China has recently seen a surge in COVID cases since it relaxed zero-COVID restrictions.
Japan, the US, India, South Korea, and Malaysia have tightened measures for travelers from China.

In December, COVID infections in China have spiked to an estimated 250 million cases, according reports citing leaked Chinese health official notes.

Andy Wong/AP

Japan announced on December 28 that all travelers coming into the country from China will be required to produce a negative COVID test upon arrival.

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Officials said the US is considering restricting travel for passengers from China, according to a Bloomberg report.

Manhattan skyline from New Jersey at sunset, New YorkGetty Images

On December 22, India announced it would be randomly testing 2% of international travelers amidst fears that new variants could spread in China.

Mumbai City, India.Getty Images

South Korea announced on December 29 that all passengers from China would be tested for COVID.

Skyline of Seoul, South Korea.Marielle Descalsota/Insider

On December 27, Malaysia said it is preparing to put additional tracking and surveillance measures following China's surge in COVID cases.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.Marielle Descalsota/Insider

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