People no longer have to wear masks in the workplace, in malls and in other public indoor spaces.
Commissioner says markets are competitive and the high freight rates have been determined by unprecedented consumer demand.
Significant success yielded through Pfizer distribution drive.
The latest outlook scales back the earlier optimism in the barometer from February.
Factories will need to replenish inventories and do a cold restart.
Analysts are concerned China’s zero-tolerance policy could slow economic recovery.
The gazetted rules are aimed to contain the spread of Covid-19.
If the government does not announce another extension, there will be no legal requirement to wear masks or social distance from Thursday.
Omicron in Asia, the Russia-Ukraine war, and a challenging operating backdrop have been cited as contributing factors.
Consumers who shopped up a storm during lockdown have changed their spending habits.
Vessels are opting to refuel locally in Guangzhou or Zhoushan.
SA economic outlook now gloomier.