China: Officials implementing eased COVID-19 curbs in Dandong, Liaoning Province, June 29 /update 1

Event

Officials in Liaoning Province are implementing eased COVID-19 curbs in Dandong as of June 29. Authorities previously imposed tighter restrictions, including movement controls, due to COVID-19 activity. Residents in low-risk areas of Dandong may travel freely within the city but must present a negative nucleic acid test result taken within 48 hours. Cargo vehicles can also travel between Dandong and low-risk areas outside of the city; drivers and passengers must hold a green health code and a negative nucleic acid test result taken within 48 hours. Public venues including shopping malls and supermarkets may open with capacity limits. Entertainment venues like theaters and karaoke rooms must remain closed. Public transport in urban areas and dine-in services remain suspended. The government encourages workers to telecommute to the extent possible. Officials continue to impose targeted lockdown measures and mass testing in lockdown and control areas with COVID-19 cases.

Officials could reimpose strict controls in more locations, such as stay-at-home orders and closure of nonessential businesses, if there are new COVID-19 cases. Increased health screenings are likely at Dandong Langtou Airport (DDG) and other passengers transport hubs in the province. Business operations and supply chain disruptions are possible in industrial areas affected by localized restrictions and at China-North Korea border checkpoints.

Dandong is approximately 180 km (111 miles) southeast of Shenyang.

Advice

Strictly heed the instructions of authorities. Remain cooperative if approached and questioned by law enforcement officers. Confirm appointments and travel reservations due to possible restrictions.