Innovative response
The Government of the Republic of Korea cut red tape by enabling a fast-track approval for company’s coronavirus test kits.
Specific issues addressed and anticipated impact
It has exponentially increased the maximum daily testing capacity to more than 18,000 as of March 16 and led to early detection.
Organisations/institutions involved
Ministry of Food and Drug Safety
Level(s) of government:
- National/Federal government
Issues being addressed:
- Health and safety of responders
- Governance responses
- Public service delivery under new circumstances
Response tags:
Adaptive ActionDate Submitted:
21 April 2020