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Palace: Duterte to extend state of calamity in Philippines due to COVID-19 crisis
President Rodrigo Duterte will extend the state of calamity in the Philippines due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque confirmed the extension, stating it is likely to be signed and in effect soon.
The current six-month state of calamity, declared on March 16 through Proclamation 929, was set to expire this month.
This declaration allows the national and local governments to use necessary funds for disaster preparedness and response efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19.
Law enforcement agencies are also mandated to implement peace and order measures in affected regions as needed.
As of September 17, the Philippines has recorded 272,934 COVID-19 cases, 4,732 deaths, and 207,858 recoveries.
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