No Need To Suspend Classes in PH Due To Novel Coronavirus, Says DOH

DOH

The Department of Health (DOH) on Monday said that there’s no need to suspend classes in the Philippines due to Novel Coronavirus. According to Health Secretary Francisco Duque during a press conference at Malacañang that the DOH was “not aware of the reasons” of suspending classes. He added that the suspension of classes were also … Read more

Palace Official: Philippines Can Seek Military Aid From Russia, China

Palace Official

A Palace official said Monday that the Philippines can seek military aid from Russia or China should it end its Visiting Forces Agreement with the US. According to Communications Secretary Martin Andanar, Duterte did say that the Philippines can go to Russia or China for military assistance “in battling these terrorists.” He added that it … Read more

Manila Health Department Says ‘No Confirmed’ Case Of Novel Coronavirus

Manila Health

The Manila Health Department released a statement following the unverified information regarding an alleged novel coronavirus case in Binondo. In a statement on Monday, the Manila Health Department said that a Chinese man was diagnosed with community acquired pneumonia. This Chinese man was working at a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO). According to Manila City … Read more