Japan removes Pakistan from the Category of COVID-19 Red List countries

Japan has removed Pakistan from the Category of COVID-19 Red List countries.

Pakistan embassy in Tokyo in a statement issued on Thursday said, “As a result of the efforts of the embassy of Pakistan, Tokyo, the government of Japan has removed Pakistan from the category of red-listed countries in relation to COVID-19.”

“The new categorization will come into effect from 27 July 2022 onwards,” it added.

However, the precautionary measures against Covid-19 will remain in place.

“The Pakistani community in Japan is encouraged to remain vigilant against Covid-19, the Pakistani embassy said.

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— Pakistan Embassy Japan (@PakinJapan) July 21, 2022