Hong Kong (China) eases the distance in phases

In phase 1, restaurants in Hong Kong can serve customers to eat on the spot until 22h, instead of 18h. However, both diners and service staff must be fully vaccinated.

The government of Hong Kong, China has also allowed reopen fitness centers, beauty salons, public entertainment venues, cinemas… These venues will have a 50% capacity limit and groups will gather no more than 4 people. Many schools have also resumed in-person learning in phases after months of online learning. However, swimming pools, beaches, bars, nightclubs and saunas must remain closed.

Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Lam Trinh Nguyet Nga, said that each easing measure has risks. Although the number of new daily cases in Hong Kong is at a low level, it is in fact still high compared to the previous 4 epidemic waves.

The Hong Kong government urges people to continue to comply with epidemic prevention regulations. (Photo: AP)

Lam Trinh Nguyet Nga also urged people to adhere to social distancing measures, maintain personal hygiene and get vaccinated. COVID-19 as soon as possible.

According to Ms. Lam Trinh Nguyet Nga, every decision on epidemic prevention measures is not only related to the interests of the community, public health but also must meet the requirements of all stakeholders.

The Hong Kong government predicts, after easing social distancing measures as well as the Easter holiday from April 15 to 18, it is likely that the number of new cases will increase again. Therefore, the government urges people to continue to comply with epidemic prevention regulations.

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