South Korean military to ease social distancing rules

South Korea’s military plans to ease its social distancing restrictions, including curbs on off-base trips, in phases and administer booster shots for all service members by early next year, the Defence Ministry said on Friday.

Defence Minister Suh Wook finalised the plan at a video-linked meeting with top military commanders, as the government plans to enforce eased anti-Covid rules starting next month for a gradual return to normal life, reports Yonhap News Agency.

Set to take effect from Monday, the military’s plan includes allowing troops to travel outside their bases on weekdays and enabling group training and educational activities currently restricted under quarantine rules.

Troops will be allowed to meet visitors regardless of their vaccination status as long as the visitors are fully vaccinated or present proof of a negative Covid-19 test within the past 48 hours, while mask mandates remain intact.

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