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S. Korea extends pandemic-driven advisory against overseas travel until May 16

SEOUL, April 16 (Yonhap) -- South Korea on Friday extended its special advisory against overseas travel for another month amid the continued spread of the new coronavirus, the foreign ministry said.

The measure, which calls for citizens to cancel or postpone trips abroad, will remain in effect until May 16. The current advisory was set to expire on Friday.

The extension came as many countries around the world continue to restrict the entry of people arriving from overseas and many international flights remain suspended amid the latest wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, the ministry said.

The ministry also called on citizens to stick to hygiene guidelines, avoid large gatherings and outdoor activities and minimize contact with other people.

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