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Philippines extends coronavirus restrictions in Manila as cases surge

Published 07/31/2020, 10:05 AM
Updated 07/31/2020, 10:10 AM

MANILA, July 31 (Reuters) - Philippines President Rodrigo
Duterte on Friday retained coronavirus restrictions in the
capital Manila until mid-August and announced free vaccines to
combat a surge in infections that has overwhelmed health care
workers and facilities.
The Philippines this month has recorded Southeast Asia's
biggest daily jump in coronavirus deaths and biggest single-day
increase in confirmed infections. The capital region and provinces south of it were placed
under general community quarantine, limiting movement of elderly
and children, and the capacity of business establishments.
"My plea is to endure some more. Many have been infected,"
Duterte said in a televised address.
Duterte promised free vaccines, prioritising first the poor
and then the middle class, police and military personnel. The
Philippines will be given precedence by China in vaccine
distribution, he said.

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