Germany is altering its entry guidelines for travellers from China and can in future require not less than a speedy coronavirus take a look at to enter the nation, Health Minister Karl Lauterbach stated on Thursday.

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There may even be random checks upon entry for any coronavirus variants in addition to expanded monitoring of wastewater, he stated in an announcement.

The steps are in keeping with suggestions by European Union authorities officers launched on Wednesday night.

“Europe has found a joint response to the pandemic situation in China. This is precisely what we as the federal government have been working towards,” stated Lauterbach.

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China plans to ease journey restrictions on Sunday, regardless of a wave of recent infections which has left Chinese hospitals and funeral homes overwhelmed.

Officials on the Frankfurt airport have already been monitoring wastewater, a well being ministry spokesperson stated on Wednesday.