Colombia to lift mandatory use of face masks

BOGOTA, April 25 (Xinhua) -- Colombia will lift the mandatory use of face masks on May 1, while the COVID-19 health emergency will be extended until June 30, Colombian President Ivan Duque announced Monday.

"As of May 1, the use of face masks will be lifted in closed spaces, with the exception of health centers, elderly homes, transportation and closed spaces within educational facilities," he said.