The Japanese government is considering an exemption of the quarantine requirement for business travelers entering the country for short stays of up to 72 hours, NHK reports. It is considering applying the exemption to travelers from countries and regions where the coronavirus outbreak is largely under control. Japan has already resumed business travel with South Korea, Singapore and some other places. It has also eased entry restrictions for foreigners from around the world who are qualified for mid- and long-term stays. The Japanese government wants to ease entry restrictions and expand travel to and from Japan while boosting virus testing capacity at airports.

Source: The Standard October 22, 2020 07:41 UTC