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Duterte thanks cops for selfless service in pandemic
President Rodrigo Duterte has called for a "pandemic-resilient" Philippine National Police (PNP) as COVID-19 cases within the organization continue to rise.
The PNP has recorded a total of 2,347 COVID-19 infections, with 1,384 recoveries and 11 deaths.
Duterte urged the PNP to adopt protective protocols in the new normal to ensure their resilience during the pandemic.
He expressed the nation's gratitude for the police force's service, acknowledging their contributions to combating illegal drugs, criminality, terrorism, and their role as frontliners against COVID-19.
The President encouraged them to continue their service with honor and justice.
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