China
Anti-flu measures tightened
Previous advice issued by CAAC on April 28 urged airports and airlines to pay special attention to international flights arriving from flu-affected countries and regions.
"The new measures have covered all international flights as well as domestic flights," a CAAC official said.
Some passengers said they were concerned about the lack of punishment for those who deliberately cover fever symptoms on domestic flights.
"It will be better and safer if there are infrared machines for domestic flight passengers," said Wang Renfeng, a frequent traveler from Beijing.
Airlines and airports said they would implement the circular as soon as possible.
"Previously, we have prepared medicine and thermometers on flights to America, Europe and Oceania, as well as strengthened management of air crew," Zhu Mei, an Air China spokeswoman, said.
Beijing Capital International Airport this month installed additional infrared machines to double-check inbound passengers' body temperature. All inbound passengers are also required to fill out a health declaration form before entering China.
"The new measures will be deployed overnight," Li Shengbo, an airport spokesman, said.
Editor:Liu Anqi