HCM city dwellers shop on May 30, 2021, one day before social distancing is imposed in the city due to COVID-19. (Photo: VOV)

Tran Duy Dong, Director of the Ministry’s Domestic Market Department, said, “Localities have stockpiled enough essential goods, including face masks and hand sanitizers, during COVID-19. We will continue coordinating with the local Departments of Industry and Trade to closely follow market developments and deal with any possible fluctuation in supply."

"We will also work with major distributors to ensure supply and support the consumption of agricultural products in areas affected by the pandemic,” said Dong.