Duterte declares National Week of Prayer

President Rodrigo Duterte declared the fourth week of March 2020 as a 'National Week of Prayer' to unite Filipinos against the threat of COVID-19.

He urged all Filipinos to pray for those affected by the virus, medical professionals on the frontlines, and government officials dealing with the crisis.

Duterte emphasized the importance of faith in bringing solidarity and compassion during times of adversity.

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