As many countries have recently begun to vaccinate their people against the new crown, "Vaccine Passport" has also become everyone Especially the focus of attention.
Singapore is now in the same willing countries, such as neighboring countries Malaysia and Thailand, to discuss mutual recognition of each other’s COVID-19 vaccination certificates.
Source: Prime Minister's Office
Premier Lee Hsien Loong said at the launching ceremony of the "World Recovery Plan" on February 23: This is a necessary step to restore international tourism. .
So, what exactly is a "vaccine passport"?
How does its implementation affect our lives?
According to the New York Times, a "vaccine passport" is a document that proves that the holder has been vaccinated against the new crown< /strong>, will eventually be presented on the mobile phone in the form of "electronic certificate". Holders will be able to travel and work more freely.
In fact, not only Singapore, but 11 European countries have expressed their support for the implementation of the "vaccine passport".
For example, Europe’s Israel, Poland, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Hungary, Slovakia, Estonia, Cyprus and other countries.
At the end of January, Iceland plans to issue the first batch of "vaccine passports" in the world.
According to the Icelandic Health Agency: Iceland residents who have been vaccinated against the new crown can travel to other European countries without isolation by relying on the electronic vaccination certificate.
In February, the Danish and Swedish governments successively announced the development of a "vaccine passport", the fastest this year 6 Activated months ago.
These two countries have already planned two major uses of the "vaccine passport."
One is for outbound travel. has a "vaccine passport" to go to other countries to be exempt from quarantine.
One is for domestic activities. You must show your "vaccine passport" when you go to to watch sports events, participate in large-scale events, and even eat out.
From these perspectives, the "vaccine passport" is already another form of identification!
In addition to Iceland, Denmark, and Sweden, Israel’s Minister of Health also announced that it will issue a "vaccine passport" to those who have received two doses of the vaccine.
The effective time is 7 days after the second dose of vaccine.
Similarly, those who have a "vaccine passport" can travel abroad without isolation.
Subsequently, Greece also submitted an application to the European Union, wanting to implement the "vaccine passport" and reactivate Europe The tourism industry is recovering.
Among the more than 20 member states of the European Union, 11 countries support and use the "vaccine passport."
There are indications that "Vaccine Passport" has become a fan of Europe...
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In Asia, there are already countries preparing to launch a "vaccine passport."
Thailand is the first to bear the brunt. Recently, Thailand’s Tourism Director Yuthasar said: We will launch a "vaccine passport" to stimulate Thailand’s tourism economy.
What about Singapore?
According to the current economic situation and progress in the fight against the epidemic, the possibility of Singapore launching a vaccine passport is extremely high.
How will countries around the world implement the "vaccine passport"?
How is China progressing?
According to Mi Feng, a spokesperson for China’s National Health Commission, the international community is now advancing the vaccinations against the new crown, China’s remote Prevention and control measures will also be considered in conjunction with the inoculation factors of the new crown vaccine.
Although there is no clear statement on the "vaccine passport", you can hear from the spokesperson’s words that China has always considered this issue. And it has always responded to the situation.
However, it is not easy to implement globally recognized "vaccine passports" .
It is reported that governments and airlines of various countries are currently developing their own vaccine passports, and there is no unified system for the time being. how to ensure a unified global standard It will be a problem to be overcome in the implementation of the "vaccine passport" to allow the checkpoint personnel of various countries to certify vaccine passports with confidence, and what conveniences can be provided to those who have vaccine passports.
In any case, the issue of "vaccine passport" has been put on the table, and it is the general trend that countries want to restore their economies and open their borders to mutually recognize vaccination certificates.
We hope: countries in the world can find ways to coordinate various complex systems and mechanisms as soon as possible. Open the border and restart the economy.
Free exchanges around the world, as soon as possible to restore the former prosperity!
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