Prolonged lockdowns are not effective in handling pandemic, say experts

PETALING JAYA: As most of the Klang Valley goes under the enhanced movement control order, economists and health experts say a lockdown or MCO will not be an effective long-term solution in handling the pandemic.

The Center for Market Education (CME) CEO Dr Carmelo Ferlito believes that a prolonged lockdown will compromise the economic resilience of the country which will impact the future generation.