2021-06-23 22:35:49 GMT2021-06-24 06:35:49(Beijing Time) Xinhua English GENEVA, June 23 (Xinhua) -- The government of Switzerland confirmed Wednesday that several COVID-19 measures will be alleviated and "simplified significantly" starting from Saturday, and rules for foreigners entering the Alpine country will be eased, the Federal Council said in a statement. "There are few measures left, but it is fundamental that they are followed properly," said head of the Federal Department of Home Affairs Alain Berset at a press conference. Starting from Saturday, masks will not have to be worn outdoors, the statement said, including on railway platforms, at bus stops and in shopping halls.