Chen, who heads the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC), made the remarks on the sidelines of the Taipei Traditional Chinese Medicine International Forum. Minister of Health and Welfare Chen Shih-chung talks to reporters in Taipei yesterday. Photo: George Tsorng, Taipei TimesNoting that Palau has not had any confirmed COVID-19 cases, Chen said that all travelers from Taiwan would have to present a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test result from a Taiwanese hospital before boarding a plane to Palau. Chen reiterated that only group travel would be allowed to reduce contact with local residents. Taiwan yesterday reported no new domestic or imported COVID-19 cases.

Source: Taipei Times March 13, 2021 15:56 UTC