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Duterte says ‘gov't busy doing everything’ in COVID-19 response
President Rodrigo Duterte defended his administration's COVID-19 pandemic response, asserting that the government has been actively working to address the situation.
Duterte stated that the government formed a task force within 48 hours after the WHO advisory on the virus.
He explained that the lockdowns were implemented based on the advice of medical experts.
The President mentioned that he followed the guidance of Health Secretary Francisco Duque, as he is a lawyer and not a doctor.
Duterte encouraged the public not to be afraid, assuring them that the government is diligently working to resolve the crisis.
He also noted that he could potentially order the requisition of hotels for COVID-19 patients but considers it an undesirable measure in a democratic society.
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