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Hontiveros tells Palace: Review, update color-coded travel restrictions amid Covid surge abroad
Senator Risa Hontiveros is urging the Philippine government to review and update its color-coded travel restrictions due to the increasing COVID-19 cases in several countries, particularly China.
She emphasized the need for robust health safety nets for all travelers entering the Philippines, especially those from high-risk countries.
Hontiveros stated that a 'business as usual' approach is not viable given the current global surge in COVID-19 infections.
The senator called for the establishment of protective measures to prevent a potential resurgence of COVID-19 cases in the country.
Hontiveros specifically advised the administration to implement additional layers of health security and safety protocols for inbound tourists, including establishing a single destination entry for foreign tourists from high-risk countries.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has stated he is open to imposing additional restrictions on travelers from China.
The Department of Health is studying the country's risk of a possible new wave of infections from China, and the Department of Transportation is considering mandatory testing for travelers from China.
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President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. stated that the Philippines will base decisions on imposing travel restrictions and health protocols on Chinese travelers on scientific data and the "true risk" to the country.
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The Department of Health (DOH) sees no need for additional COVID-19 restrictions for travelers coming from China, citing a lack of scientific evidence.
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The Bureau of Immigration (BI) is prepared to implement stricter travel restrictions for passengers arriving from China should the government decide to do so, amid a surge in COVID-19 cases in the said country.
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Senator Grace Poe is urging the Philippine government to establish a clear policy for travelers arriving from China due to the current surge in COVID-19 cases there.
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The Department of Health (DOH) has ordered intensified monitoring and implementation of border control measures for travelers from China due to a surge in COVID-19 cases in the country.
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