AFP ready to assist PNP in Metro Manila quarantine
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is prepared to support the Philippine National Police (PNP) in implementing the community quarantine in Metro Manila to combat the spread of COVID-19.
On Wednesday, AFP announced readiness for a 'whole-of-government approach' against the virus and suspended non-essential foreign travels for military personnel.
Contingency measures include body temperature checks at key military camps, establishing testing centers, and ensuring stringent safeguards within military facilities.
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