The Malaysian Immigration Department today (January 10) said it will operate special entry lanes for visitors from China.
This is part of efforts to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 epidemic in Malaysia, said Norhayati Rusli, deputy director of the Malaysian Department of Public Health. In addition, the implementation of special entry lanes will help Chinese tourists check in more quickly.
Norhayati also said that Malaysian authorities have set up body temperature monitors at international entry points. Travelers with symptoms will be screened by health officials at the airports for further screening. Travelers who test positive for Covid-19 must self-isolate at home or accommodation or will even be taken to a hospital for treatment in case of serious health conditions.
In addition, the Malaysian Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture has now arranged a team of fluent Chinese interpreters at the airports to assist Chinese tourists.
After China announced the reopening from January 8, the Malaysian Government has re-imposed a number of health control measures at the border such as conducting RT-PCR testing for wastewater samples from other countries. Airplanes from China…
To reassure the Chinese side, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim affirmed that the new measures of the Malaysian Government, introduced to strengthen efforts to prevent and control the Covid-19 epidemic, are not a discriminatory measure against anyone. which country. Mr. Anwar also emphasized that the health of Malaysians is the Government’s top concern and will not be replaced by the purpose of tourism recovery or economic growth.
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