Air of positivity despite restrained movement


By CY LEE

As Chinese New Year draws closer, there is a marked increase in the number of people out shopping in Chinatown for must-have festive goodies such as flowers, dried meat and decorations. — Photos: YAP CHEE HONG/The Star

THE absence of tourists and temporary closure of many businesses under the movement control order have dimmed the lustre of Kuala Lumpur’s commercial, shopping and entertainment hub – the Golden Triangle – and other iconic places in the city centre like Petaling Street.

But the retailers who remain open for business believe better times are ahead.

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