Not seen the Korean programme but a radio programme some weeks ago suggested that because of previous Covid type (Birdflu) outbreaks in that part of the world, they and possibly other far eastern countries were geared up and ready with plans to implement the immediate actions necessary when the next one emerges.
Suppose in hindsight, this pandemic was predictable and probably inevitable and governments in the rest of the world should have been much better prepared.
Look at how much countries spend on defence.
You know it makes sense! 
