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Status quo for Metro Manila quarantine; lockdown in Cebu City eased
Metro Manila will remain under General Community Quarantine (GCQ) from July 16 to 31.
Palace Spokesperson Harry Roque stated that the decision was made as mayors in Metro Manila vowed to strengthen testing and treatment capacity, and the implementation of protocols.
Mayors promised to intensify localized lockdowns and expand the implementation of restrictions.
The University of the Philippines recommended a return to a stricter quarantine category, but the national task force decided to retain the GCQ status.
Other areas, including several provinces and cities, will also be under GCQ during this period.
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