Saudi Arabia announces partial curfew, malls and shops now open 9AM to 5AM
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, has issued a decree imposing a partial curfew across Saudi Arabia, effective Sunday (April 26th).

According to the royal decree, people are allowed to leave their homes from 9 am to 5 pm.

The Saudi news agency SPA quoted a statement issued on Sunday morning as saying, "King Salman has instructed that the curfew in all parts of the kingdom be partially lifted from 9 am to 5 pm on Sunday, April 26 to May 13." Will be done '.

However, a 24-hour curfew will be maintained in Makkah Mukarramah and complete lockdown."

According to the new royal decree, further economic and trade activities are also allowed. This will also be implemented from April 29 to May 13.

'Wholesale and retail stores, shopping malls and malls have been allowed to open. The condition of social distance must be implemented in all these centers.

 The statement said that economic activities where social distance is not possible will not be allowed in shopping malls, such as barber shops, beauty parlors, sports clubs, health clubs, cinemas, leisure centers, restaurants and cafes. Will remain.

Contractors and factories are allowed to work unconditionally from April 29 to May 13.

The watchdogs of economic, trade and industrial activities will continue to monitor the safety measures and safety measures prescribed by the Ministry of Health and will report daily.

 While the partial curfew is lifted, the social distance requirement must be complied with. The condition of social distance at wedding ceremonies, condolence gatherings and public places of more than five persons will be continued.

According to the statement, institutions that do not abide by the rules and regulations will be shut down and severe punishments will be given. The situation will be constantly monitored during the stipulated period.

Shah Salman has directed the Interior Ministry to create solidarity with the concerned parties for appropriate amendment regarding the curfew in view of the new situation.

King Salman has called on Saudi citizens, expatriates and investors to show due diligence and adhere to the virus prevention and security measures.

Abid Latif is a highly experienced and knowledgeable professional specializing in Saudi Arabia's laws, regulations, and tech. He has lived and worked in Saudi Arabia for over 15 years and deeply understands the country's legal system, immigration policies, banking system, and telecom industry.

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