Manila Bulletin
Palace: Changes to Duterte's movement due to Delta variant unlikely
Malacañang stated that President Rodrigo Duterte's schedule will not be affected by the detection of the more contagious Delta variant of COVID-19 in the Philippines.
Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque clarified that the President's movements have already been limited due to the pandemic and will continue to be based on the importance and location of activities.
Roque added that Duterte's routine consists of his 'Talk to the People' addresses and gracing events related to government projects, with his movements largely confined to Malacañang and Davao City.
The Department of Health previously confirmed that the Delta variant, which is highly transmissible, has caused three deaths among 35 detected cases in the country.
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