Some foreign street vendors plying their trade illegally in KL

Foreign traders take the opportunity to sell their wares outside areas popular with migrant communities. — Photos: MUHAMAD SHAHRIL ROSLI and BAVANI M

FOREIGN street vendors are a common sight around Kota Raya Complex, Jalan Petaling and Leboh Pudu, all located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur city centre.

The area outside Kota Raya, from the steps leading down to the bus stop, walkway and beneath the bridge linking to Chinatown are a hive of activity on weekends as traders take advantage of the large crowds to do brisk business.