Statement from USINDOPACOM on Republic of Korea Travel Restriction ****

U.S. Indo-Pacom Public Affairs Communication & Outreach
Published March 5, 2020

CAMP H.M. SMITH, Hawaii -- The number of reported cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to rise in the Republic of Korea (ROK). Effective immediately, Commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, in line with the CDC Travel Health Notice, restricts all nonessential DoD travel to ROK to reduce risks associated with COVID-19.

This travel restriction applies to all military, civilians and contractors under U.S Indo-Pacific command authority.