Supermarkets . pharmacies , and banks are among establishments providing essential goods and services amidst coronavirus closures in Metro Manila .
However , Metro Manila city governments later passed ordinances mandating the temporary closure of malls with the exception of establishments providing essential goods and services ( such as supermarkets , pharmacies , and banks ) from March 16 `` until further notice '' , in accordance with the joint resolution passed by the Metro Manila Council regarding the lockdown .
2020 coronavirus pandemic in Metro Manila