How to prevent epidemics at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Faced with the uncertainty of the spread of the new coronavirus epidemic, the Beijing Winter Olympics Organizing Committee and the International Olympic Committee have established a consultation working mechanism to communicate closely with all stakeholders, in the spirit of respecting athletes and the Olympic Games. We have a highly responsible attitude towards the life and health of all stakeholders including families, always adhere to the bottom line of safety, and put epidemic prevention and control first to achieve the goal of hosting the game safely and as scheduled. After joint research and discussions with the International Olympic Committee and the International Paralympic Committee ***, it was decided to explain several key issues of concern to various stakeholders:

1. Regarding vaccination policy?

Enforce strict vaccination policies. Athletes participating in the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics and Winter Paralympics will receive vaccinations as needed. Other personnel implement the "choose one" policy, that is, those who have completed the full course of vaccination 14 days before coming to China will directly enter closed-loop management after entry; those who have not been vaccinated or have not completed the full course of vaccination will undergo 21 days of centralized quarantine and observation after entry. All vaccines recognized by the World Health Organization or relevant international organizations, or officially approved by relevant countries/regions are recognized. ?

2. Regarding the closed-loop management policy during the competition?

From January 23, 2022 to the end of the Winter Paralympics, closed-loop management will be implemented to ensure the safety of the Winter Olympics hold. Closed-loop management covers all Winter Olympics-related venues such as arrival and departure, transportation, accommodation, catering, competitions, opening and closing ceremonies, etc. Within the closed loop, participants will only be able to move between the Winter Olympics venues and participate in activities related to their training, competitions, and work. The special transportation system for the Winter Olympics will be used in the closed loop. ?

3. Regarding the audience policy?

In view of the fact that the current global COVID-19 prevention and control situation is still severe and complex, in order to prevent the possible spread of the COVID-19 epidemic and ensure the safety of all participating parties, It was decided not to sell tickets to overseas audiences, but only to domestic audiences who meet the relevant requirements for epidemic prevention and control. The specific epidemic prevention and control requirements that domestic audiences need to comply with and the specific arrangements for ticketing work are being studied and formulated, and will be released to the public in due course once determined. ?

4. Regarding the registered guest policy?

The Beijing Winter Olympics Organizing Committee and the International Olympic Committee are evaluating and optimizing all activities and implementing the principle of no coming to China unless necessary. Stakeholders will also adopt this principle when forming groups and developing work plans. In line with this principle, the IOC Executive Board has decided to cancel the guest registration category for all stakeholders. ?

5. Regarding the accommodation policy?

Except for athletes and some team officials staying in the Winter Olympic Village, all registered personnel will stay in hotels signed by the Beijing Winter Olympics Organizing Committee. Olympic Games epidemic prevention and control requirements.

6. What about nucleic acid testing?

All domestic and foreign Winter Olympics participants and staff who enter the closed loop will undergo daily nucleic acid testing. ?

In addition, the Beijing Winter Olympics Organizing Committee will also provide assistance to various Winter Olympics stakeholders who are unable to independently book flights before or during the games. ?

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