China eases entry rules for foreigners for work, reunions

Bloomberg

China eased restrictions on some foreigners’ entry into the country, almost six months after it nearly sealed its borders to limit the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.
Foreigners holding residence permits for work, personal matters and reunions will be allowed to enter China starting from September 28, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement posted on its website.
Those whose permits expired can apply for relevant new visas, it said. The loosening of restrictions comes after China blocked almost all foreigners from entering the country in March, joining a flurry of nations in sealing borders to mitigate the risk of virus spread via international travel. China’s foreign ministry said foreigners entering the country will need to “strictly abide by the Chinese regulations on epidemic prevention and control”.