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Duterte vows to bring home Filipinos if 2019-nCoV worsens
President Rodrigo Duterte announced that the Philippine government is prepared to repatriate Filipinos from abroad if the novel coronavirus (nCoV) outbreak escalates.
He assured that the government would utilize aircraft and ships to bring Filipinos home if they are forced to leave their current locations due to worsening conditions.
Repatriated Filipinos will be required to adhere to strict health protocols, including quarantine, to prevent the virus from spreading within the country.
Duterte emphasized that disinfecting aircraft and ensuring medical personnel wear personal protective equipment are crucial precautions during repatriation.
The President expressed confidence in the nation's ability to overcome the virus.
On Sunday, 30 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who returned from Wuhan City were transferred to the Athlete's Village in New Clark City for a 14-day quarantine period.
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