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China tightens Covid-19 control measures for international trading vessel calls

In a tightening of measures by China international trading vessels that call the country within 14 days of crew change will need to provide negative Covid-19 test results.

Katherine Si, China Correspondent

September 25, 2020

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China’s Ministry of Transport, General Administration of Customs and Ministry of Foreign Affairs jointly issued the notice to further prevent and control the cross-border spread of Covid-19 pandemic for ships trading internationally, regardless of flag.

Effective from 24 September, the announcement is applied for all the internationally trading ships which are going to berth at China.

According to the notice, if the international trading vessels changed crews at the port within 14 days before berthing at China, the crew members need to have taken a Covid-19 test within three days ahead of the boarding date with negative results required.

The Covid-19 tests must be carried out by organizations designated by Chinese embassies and consulates abroad.

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About the Author

Katherine Si

China Correspondent

China-based Katherine Si has worked in the maritime industry since 2008 is well-connected with local industry players including Chinese owners and yards.

Having majored in English Katherine started at news portal ShippingChina.com where she rose to become a News Editor. In 2008 she moved to work with Seatrade and has since held numerous positions including China correspondent for Seatrade Maritime Review magazine.

With extensive experience in writing, research and social media promotion, Katherine focuses on the shipping and transport sectors.

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