Da Nang has eased social distancing rules as there have been no new confirmed coronavirus case in the city for nearly one month.    

Many non-essential shops and businesses have been allowed to reopen, and employees of departments and agencies across the city have returned to work.

Despite easing of restrictions, life is Da Nang is still far from normal. Some restrictions remain in place in the city until further notice as health officials warn that the risk still persists, so local residents must stay vigilant.

Crowds flocked back to streets on Thursday morning after the city had eased social distancing measures

An eatery selling ‘bun cha ca’ ((fish cake vermicelli) on Nguyen Chi Thanh Street reopening its doors

Many cafés crowded again

A large number of beach-goers were seen on the My Khe Beach in the early morning of Thursday

Handling one-stop administrative procedures at the city's Administration Centre

Some stalls in the Han Market are reopening

Although social distancing measures have been eased in the city, some restrictions remain in place with bars, discos, karaoke bars, massage parlors, game clubs and indoor entertainment areas remaining closed.

Da Nang reported no new confirmed cases of coronavirus for nearly one month since the sixth person in Da Nang was diagnosed with the disease on 25 March. However, all residents are required to continue to stick to the recommendations of wearing face masks, refraining from going out and gathering in large crowds of more than 20 people.

 By XUAN SON - Translated by MAI DUNG