China Megacity Chengdu Eases Lockdown as Covid Cases Decline
- Nationwide cases hold below 1,000 for fourth day in a row
- WHO chief says world is within reach of ending pandemic
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The Chinese megacity of Chengdu has allowed most residents to leave their homes from noon Thursday, largely dismantling a two-week lockdown as Covid-19 cases decline.
After easing restrictions in some parts of the city over the past week, the lockdown will now be lifted for residents in the seven remaining districts, the municipal government said late Wednesday. People who have a negative Covid test in the previous 24 hours will be allowed to return to work, while transport hubs and supermarkets will reopen. Dine-in services at restaurants will also resume, but indoor entertainment venues and schools will stay closed.