Philippines postpones nationwide mall sale amid coronavirus threat

People waiting along a road to buy protective face masks at a store in Manila, Philippines. The Philippine government on Saturday (Feb 29) postponed a scheduled month-long nationwide mall sale aimed at cushioning the economic impact of the (Covid-19) coronavirus outbreak. - AP

MANILA: The Philippine government on Saturday (Feb 29) postponed a scheduled month-long nationwide mall sale aimed at cushioning the economic impact of the (Covid-19) coronavirus outbreak.

Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat said the event, which was scheduled to start on Sunday, will not push through.