Singapore economy could reopen quicker than planned : minister says

A full reopening of Singapore’s economy could happen before expected if there’s not a spike in daily coronavirus infections after the town state begins a phased lifting of its “circuit breaker” lockdown measures from June 2.
Phase one – which can see three-quarters of the economy, including hairdressers, chiropractors and physiotherapists reopening as residents are ready to visit their parents’ and grandparents’ homes – was initially alleged to last four weeks, but National Development Minister Lawrence Wong said at a virtual news conference on Thursday that the method might be expedited if the infection rate remains “low and stable” for the primary fortnight of the month.
“If all goes well, phase two can indeed proceed before the top of June,” said Wong, who also heads a multi-ministry task force into the coronavirus. This phase would see Singapore residents again ready to dine-in at restaurants, visit gyms and patronize malls, though only in groups no bigger than five people – variety which may be increased if the virus appears to be in check .

Entertainment outlets like bars and clubs and “higher risk activities” like religious services and conferences, however, won’t reopen until after consultation with the authorities on the implementation of safety measures. “We thought it might be useful to share with Singaporeans, to offer everyone a clearer sense of what to expect over the approaching weeks,” Wong said.