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Cinemas, museums can reopen in GCQ areas starting March 5
Movie theaters in areas under general community quarantine (GCQ) are permitted to reopen on March 5 at a maximum of 25% capacity.
Patrons must wear face masks at all times, with one-meter physical distancing enforced, and eating or drinking is prohibited.
Cinema employees are also required to wear personal protective equipment.
The new DTI circular reclassifies certain businesses, allowing previously restricted activities.
Libraries, archives, museums, cultural centers, video game arcades, and limited tourist attractions can also reopen at varying capacities.
The meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) industry is allowed to resume operations at 50% capacity in GCQ areas and 75% in MGCQ areas.
DTI Secretary Ramon Lopez stated that the circular aims to guide the safe and gradual reopening of businesses while ensuring strict health protocols are enforced.
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