In Pics: How countries around the world are reopening

Countries around the world are planning a gradual return to normal, opening borders and letting people back into restaurants and shops after more than a year of on-off lockdowns.

As the Covid-19 vaccine rollout gains momentum, many countries are planning a gradual return to normal, opening borders and letting people back into restaurants, shops and sports venues after more than a year of on-off lockdowns. With the number of coronavirus deaths starting to recede across the globe, a renewed sense of optimism has led governments to roll back restrictions.