The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) on Sunday (
During his daily press conference on Sunday afternoon, Minister of Health and Welfare and CECC head
Starting that day, passengers taking
Likewise, passengers taking domestic flights are still required to have their temperatures checked and wear masks when entering the gate, but once on board, they can remove them if social distancing can be maintained. Despite the easing of restrictions, 90 percent of passengers on mass transit systems were observed still wearing masks inside the vehicles, reported
Chen said he hopes that 90 percent of
The CECC also lifted its limits on large gatherings exceeding 100 people indoors and 500 outdoors for night markets, art and cultural events, and scenic spots. The command center added that national performance venues can again set tickets to full capacity.
However, Chen said those who attend such events will still need to provide their names and contact information, observe good hygiene, and wear masks if they are unable to maintain the required social distance or are feeling unwell. One venue that was noticeably open to large crowds on Sunday was the main lobby of
Out of 443 total confirmed cases, 352 were imported, 55 were local, and 36 came from the
Up until now, seven individuals have succumbed to the disease, while 430 have been released from hospital isolation. This leaves only six people still undergoing treatment for COVID-19 in
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