Governments across Asia are tightening border screening and quarantine measures for travelers from Ebola-affected regions, following a World Health Organization (WHO) alert. Singapore, Japan, and South Korea have announced enhanced screening at airports and seaports, while Vietnam and Indonesia have also implemented increased monitoring or public health measures at ports of entry.
The WHO alert, issued earlier this week, cited a resurgence of Ebola cases in parts of Africa. The measures include temperature checks, health questionnaires, and isolation protocols for suspected cases. Singapore's Ministry of Health confirmed that travelers from affected areas will undergo additional screening.
Japan's quarantine stations have been instructed to step up vigilance, and South Korea's Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) has activated emergency response teams. Vietnam's Ministry of Health announced similar steps, and Indonesia's Health Ministry has deployed health workers at entry points.
These actions aim to prevent the importation of the virus, which has a high fatality rate. The WHO has not recommended travel restrictions but urges countries to strengthen preparedness. No cases have been reported in Asia as of May 20, 2026.
