Dear friends,

Welcome to Zhangjiagang.

Over the past few months, the novel coronavirus has become a major threat to human life and health and poses a grave challenge to global public health security. Prevention and control of the virus have reached a critical stage.

Right now, the most important thing is to protect the lives and health of all residents of the city, both Chinese and foreigner alike. To this end, we will further strengthen scientific prevention and control measures and work to prevent a rebound of the epidemic. Hereby we announce the following:

I. All foreigners coming to Zhangjiagang must comply with measures to prevent and control the epidemic and should stay up to date on the situation through official WeChat public accounts such as "iSuzhou", the Suzhou foreigner service platform, "Zhangjiagang City Affairs" and "Zhangjiagang People's Government Website", which provide real-time authoritative information.

II. Upon arrival, all foreigners should proactively report their information and travel history to the community, companies or hotels where they stay. Anyone who has recently traveled from South Korea, Japan, Italy, Iran or other countries or regions affected by COVID-19, will undergo a quarantine at home or collective medical observation for 14 days. During medical observation, you cannot leave without permission.

III. All foreigners in Zhangjiagang are required to enhance self-protection, go out as little as possible, avoid crowded places, and refrain from attending parties or gatherings. Please wear a mask correctly when going out and wash hands regularly. Please continue to monitor your health conditions. If you have symptoms such as fever, cough, headache, fatigue, or dyspnea, please avoid contact with others and promptly seek medical help at Zhangjiagang First People's Hospital (No 68 Jiyang West Rd, 0512-56919999, 0512-56919383). Please truthfully report your travel history and contact history.

This announcement should be taken extremely seriously. The implementation of indiscriminate prevention and control measures for all Chinese and foreigners who enter China is in compliance with relevant laws and regulations. It is also crucial to epidemic prevention and control, and to protect the health and safety of yourself, your family and the general public. During the epidemic, we will provide all necessary support and services. If necessary, please call the "12345" service hotline or the foreign affairs 24-hour service hotline (18936121095).

The pandemic has no borders, and the recent escalating global situation has made us more vigilant. No matter where you come from, stay alert at all times. We believe that victory will come in the end. Let us work together to overcome difficulties, shoulder social responsibilities, fight the epidemic, and celebrate victory soon.

Good luck friends!

Zhangjiagang COVID-19 Epidemic Prevention and Control Command Office

Zhangjiagang Municipal People's Government Foreign Affairs Office

March 4, 2020