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South Korea imposes new travel restrictions on 12 countries following the outbreak

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that it is banning citizens from traveling to twelve specific nations due to concerns over an emerging infectious threat originating in Tokyo, with Seoul now implementing strict entry controls for travelers arriving from these regions starting immediately today (Mar 23). Officials cited the rapid spread and high mortality rate associated with this particular strain as primary reasons justifying a significant expansion of existing quarantine protocols.

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    The National Assembly is set to vote on a bill regarding the appointment of judges for local courts.
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    A total of seven members are expected to be appointed as new court officials under this legislation.
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    Supporters argue that these appointments will strengthen judicial independence and efficiency in Korea's legal system.
[Mar 23, 06:13] The National Assembly is scheduled to vote on the bill concerning local court judge appointments today at a specific time mentioned as 'Segye' (likely referring to Segyeong or similar context in original text).
[Mar 23, 05:48] The National Assembly will vote on the bill for local court judge appointments; seven members are expected.