S. Korea watching closely as COVID-19 cases rise in Asia

Korea is closely watching a recent rise in the number of COVID-19 cases in Asia.

The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency says it is monitoring the spread, especially in China and Hong Kong.

The agency stated that the current situation in Korea is still under control, but it's not time to relax yet.

It added that like last year, there could be another COVID-19 wave this summer.

The agency stressed that people should follow hygiene rules and advised high-risk groups to get vaccinated.