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Metro mayors to meet 'Tuesday or Wednesday' over possible ECQ extension, says Abalos
MMDA Chairman Benhur Abalos stated that Metro Manila mayors will convene on Tuesday or Wednesday to discuss the possible extension of the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ).
He clarified that no recent meeting among NCR mayors occurred where an ECQ extension was agreed upon, contrary to earlier reports.
Abalos mentioned that factors such as job losses, hospitalization rates, and vaccination numbers will be considered in the upcoming discussions.
He also pointed out that extending the ECQ would necessitate further distribution of financial aid ('ayuda').
The current ECQ in NCR is scheduled to end on August 20.
Any future recommendations from the Metro Manila Council will be data-driven.
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