PH reaffirms support for WHO amid COVID-19 pandemic

Updated Thu, April 16, 2020 at 7:55 PM Published Thu, April 16, 2020 at 8:00 AM

The Philippine government, through Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque, has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the World Health Organization (WHO) amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Roque emphasized the WHO's crucial role in leading global coordination efforts against the virus.

The Philippines intends to fulfill its contributions to the WHO when the need arises.

Roque also encouraged other nations to continue cooperating with and financially supporting the WHO.

This statement comes after US President Donald Trump announced a temporary halt to US funding for the WHO, citing alleged mismanagement.

Roque refrained from commenting on the US decision, stating it is not the Philippine President's place to dictate other leaders' actions.

The Philippines itself is actively working to contain the pandemic through enhanced community quarantine and improvements in healthcare facilities.

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