Minister: Businesses should continue during MCO to prevent job losses

The government's decision to allow 38 types of businesses, including non-essentials, to operate during the movement control order (MCO) is to prevent job losses, said Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Alexander Nanta Linggi.

He said although some businesses were non-essentials, they should be allowed to continue operating so their employees get wages to ensure their livelihood.

“Although a furniture shop is not essential...