President Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday met some members of Inter-Agency Task Force on Emerging Infectious Diseases, finance managers, and other officials to discuss anew the intensified measures against COVID-19.
Senator Christopher Go said President Duterte has been closely monitoring the situation.
Meanwhile, the Palace thanked health care workers and other frontline workers for their service, and expressed optimism that the country will surpass the current crisis.
“The Palace wishes to extend its utmost gratitude to our health care and service providers, law enforcement agents, as well as our people in the frontline of our country’s battle against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Their sacrifices during this period are invaluable, and the services they are tirelessly rendering for the nation will forever be remembered,” Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo said.
Malacaῆang also recognized companies and individuals who have extended help, as well as citizens who have been following government guidelines on social distancing.
“The Palace is aware that there are more companies and persons offering their resources and services to help contain the spread of COVID-19 and they too deserve kudos for such selfless acts. As for our countrymen who remain at home and faithfully follow the protocols set by the government, your patience and obedience are equally appreciated as the same are the keys to the successful containment and eradication of COVID-19 in the Philippines,” Panelo said.
Amid concerns on tertiary education, Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Commissioner Prospero De Vera said during the Laging Handa Program that academic calendar rules have been loosened. The CHED has also been coordinating with schools regarding the issues on tuition fees. – Report from Mela Lesmoras
