Money changers in dire straits amid plunge in global travel

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Mr Anwardeen's Central Exchange Money Changer at Suntec City. The owner said business fell by 95 per cent during the pandemic, and dropped by 98 per cent during phase two (heightened alert), when dine-ins were not allowed.

Mr Anwardeen's Central Exchange Money Changer at Suntec City. The owner said business fell by 95 per cent during the pandemic, and dropped by 98 per cent during phase two (heightened alert), when dine-ins were not allowed.

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Deepa Sundar

Mr Anwardeen, 60, owner of Central Exchange Money Changer at Suntec City, used to run his business daily with six employees before Covid-19 hit.
Now, he operates the shop with only two employees and closes his shop on Sundays and public holidays.
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