Singapore, Japan to launch 'green lane' for essential business travel

Updated On: 13 September, 2020 07:45 AM IST | Singapore | Agencies

While Singapore has similar arrangements with other countries, its a first for Japan; track mainly for short-term business travellers

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A traveller stands near automated check-in kiosks inside the departure hall of a terminal of the Changi International Airport in Singapore. Pic/AFP

Singapore and Japan on Friday announced the launch of a green lane on September 18 for essential business and official travel for residents from both the countries in compliance with health guidelines amid the Coronavirus pandemic.

In a joint statement, the foreign affairs ministries of both the countries said that the Business Track arrangement will help restore connectivity and support economic recovery for Japan and Singapore.