Barely two days after closure, mall in Recto to reopen Oct 11

MANILA, Philippines — Isetann Mall in Recto, Manila, may not go out of business for long after all.

In a Facebook post on Thursday, Isetann Department Store and Supermarket announced it is set to reopen on Friday, October 11.

“All employees are advised to follow work schedule accordingly,” the mall’s advisory read.

https://www.facebook.com/IsetannPH/photos/a.10151990787044108/10157725154239108/?type=3&theater&_rdc=1&_rdr

The local government led by Manila City Mayor Isko Moreno had shut it down only on Wednesday after it was found allegedly violating some city ordinances as it also allegedly has incorrect business permits.

READ: Manila gov’t locks Isetann Mall in Recto

But Moreno also gave the assurance that the mall may reopen after it complies with the requirements of the local government. /kga