Saudi authorities urge consumers to shop at off-peak times as COVID-19 cases pass 1,000

RIYADH: Saudi authorities urged all consumers to shop for supplies for Eid Al-Fitr at various times to avoid crowds and prevent the spread of COVID-19.
The Ministry of Commerce said that shopping at off-peak times would reduce queues and overcrowding.
The ministry directed shops to extend working hours to enable shopping at all times and meet the needs of consumers.
The ministry said shopping through its viable e-commerce sites is one of the options to avoid crowding and contribute to preventing the spread of the coronavirus.