Metro Manila Council orders temporary closure of malls, establishments except groceries, banks, pharmacies 7 SHARES Share it! Share TweetBy MB OnlineIn line with the 30-day community quarantine, the Metro Manila Council on Saturday issued an ordinance ordering the temporary closure of malls and establishments. According to the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) General Manager Jojo Garcia, the temporary closure of malls and establishments does not include those who offer essential services such as groceries, banks, and pharmacies. President Duterte on Thursday night placed Metro Manila under a 30-day community quarantine following the local transmission and the rapid increase of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases in the country.

Source: Manila Bulletin March 14, 2020 05:03 UTC