BANGKOK, April 30 (TNA) – Thai Prime Minister Prayut
Chan-o-cha has urged the private sector to be patient as the government is
gradually easing COVID-19 restrictions.
Prayut’s remarks came after the Center for COVID-19
Situation Administration (CCSA) announced a guideline for easing of restrictions
to contain the virus that will become effective on May 3.
He said during an event for private donors to present
donations including medical supplies at Government House on Thursday.
Being well aware of the effects of lockdown measures on
businesses but “public health is at stake, therefore, everyone must learn and
adjust,” Prayut told the gathering.
The CCSA planned to take gradual steps in easing the disease
control measures, he said.
From the CCSA announcement, retail businesses, restaurants,
hair salon and outdoor sport and recreational activities will be allowed to
operate under some basic health regulations.
The CCSA would review the outcomes and make necessary
adjustments in 14 days after introducing the partial easing of lockdown on May
3.
Thailand reported seven new COVID-19 cases on Thursday,
bringing the total number to 2,954, 2,687 of which have recovered. The death toll remained at 54 as no new
deaths were reported in the past two days. (TNA)
