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PHL access to COVID-19 vaccine possibly sooner than expected

The Philippines may access COVID-19 vaccines earlier than the expected second quarter of 2021 after President #Duterte authorized the FDA to issue emergency use authorization for effective vaccines. FDA Director General Eric...

Minors not allowed in malls – Metro Manila Council

Metro Manila Mayors have unanimously voted to prohibit minors from entering shopping malls and establishments amid the implementation of general community quarantine in the region. Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) General Manager...

Pres. Duterte to push for global solidarity vs. COVID-19 in UN assembly speech

President Rodrigo Duterte will be participating in the special session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in response to the COVID-19 pandemic late this week. “The 31st Special Session of UNGA...

Pres. Duterte urges compliance with health protocols anew as economy reopens

President Rodrigo R. Duterte has emphasized in his recent public address the need to comply with minimum health standards amid the recovery of the country’s hard-hit economy due to the current...

DOTr: No plans to limit PUVs amidst fear of surge after holidays

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has no plans to limit the number of public utility vehicles (PUVs) amidst the possibility of a surge in Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases after...

PH not left behind without vaccine purchase agreement

The National Task Force against COVID-19 (NTF) asserted that the Philippines is not left behind despite having no purchase agreement. According to NTF Chief Implementer and Vaccine Czar Sec. Carlito Galvez Jr.,...

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