The COVID-19 outbreak has brought global travel to an unprecedented halt as countries worldwide imposed travel restrictions in an attempt to contain spread. Yet, many look towards reopening and return to a sense of normalcy while striking a balance between protecting public health and economic survival.
As the coronavirus outbreak steadies and comes under control across countries in the Asia Pacific region, governments are exploring different options to reopen their borders.
The COVID-19 in Asia Pacific: Border Control and Path to Reopening webinar organised by the School on 21 October, examined and discussed the experiences, ideas and practical considerations for border control as well as the role of diagnostic testing in the reopening pathway.
The 90-minute-long webinar moderated by Dean, Professor Teo Yik Ying was attended by over 450 participants from 18 countries.
The discussion focused on three broad takeaways:
- Diagnostic testing remains central to the management of borders
- Gradual easing of restrictions is possible through careful risk management
- Global collaboration is essential to drive greater reopening
View the full event report here:
This webinar is supported by Roche Diagnostics Asia Pacific.