GrabBike services resume in Hanoi from Feb.8.

Apps like Grab and Be have started to notify users of the move, with a lot of promotional campaigns to encourage use.

According to the transport department, given that Hanoi is currently at Level 2 in the COVID-19 outbreak assessment, and to meet the demands of the residents, the decision to allow bike ride-hailing services again has been granted.

The department requires companies to be responsible for monitoring drivers, who must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and comply with 5K and all current regulations to prevent spreading the disease.

The city put a halt on technology-based ride-hailing services in late July last year as the fourth wave of infections became serious, but has allowed taxis and car rides to resume since mid-October.

Source: VNS

Hanoi cinemas set to reopen on February 10 after months of closure

The administration of Hanoi has decided to reopen all cinemas throughout the capital city, starting on February 10, after months of closure due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.