Business activities under the trade distribution sector involving essential goods and services are allowed to operate in the enhanced movement control order (MCO) areas in several sub-districts in Selangor and localities in Kuala Lumpur, subject to stipulated standard operating procedure (SOP).

Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Alexander Nanta Linggi said the approval to operate involved supermarkets and hypermarkets with food and beverage, basic necessities, pharmacy and personal care sections.

Also included are convenience stores, grocery stores, pharmacies or personal care shops, restaurants or eateries, pet care or pet food shops, e-commerce services...