China to suspend entry of non-Chinese nationals

DHAKA: China has announced to temporarily suspend the entry of non-Chinese nationals with valid Chinese visas or residency permits in Bangladesh due to the H5N1 virus that causes bird flu. This information was shared in a Facebook post by the Chinese embassy in Dhaka on Thursday.

Entry of non-Chinese nationals travelling from Bangladesh suspended, holding visas or residence permits still valid at the time of this announcement. Entry by holders of diplomatic, service, courtesy or C visas will not be affected, said China authority.

The suspension is a temporary response necessitated by the current situation of COVID-19, the embassy said.

The measures will be assessed in accordance with the evolving situation and any adjustment will be announced accordingly. Non-Chinese nationals currently in Bangladesh with visas issued after November 5 will not be affected. Foreign nationals visiting China for emergency needs may apply for visas at the Chinese Embassy. (IANS)

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