Restrictions on setting up supermarket and convenience stores
Trade barrier summary
The Malaysian Distributive Trade Guidelines stop UK hypermarket operators setting up supermarkets or convenience stores in Malaysia.
Sectors affected
- Consumer and retail
Resolved
No
Date reported
25 February 2019
Last updated
19 July 2022
Public ID
PID-G525QG
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