May 18 (SeeNews) - Albania's prime minister Edi Rama said that as of Monday the country is lifting most measures imposed more than two months ago to limit the spread of the coronavirus, local media reported.
Open-air cafes and restaurants, as well as museums, cultural centers and archaeological sites are allowed to open, provided that social distancing and hygiene rules are followed, local daily Tirana Times quoted the prime minister as saying on Sunday.
Furthermore, residents of Tirana, Durres and other cities considered to be 'red zones' are now allowed to move without a permit until 9 pm.
Only public transport, sports and cultural activities remain closed.
The health authorities reportedly confirmed only two new coronavirus cases on Monday, raising the total number of confirmed cases in Albania to 948.