Israel, in particular, has become a front runner in trialling public health tech. Like New Zealand, Israel's borders are closed to non-citizens. Photo / DEPA, SuppliedThis month, Thailand's Depa (Digital Economy Promotion Agency) announced a luxury "Digital Yacht Quarantine" programme. Easing pressure on MIQ is unlikely to come in the form of new technology, but safe travel corridors negotiated with other countries. Quarantine-free travel with Australia will allow MIQ to free up rooms for returning Kiwis.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 24, 2021 04:07 UTC