Roque: Duterte in 'perpetual isolation' as figure of speech

President Rodrigo Duterte has been described as being in 'perpetual isolation' by his spokesperson Harry Roque, emphasizing safety precautions against COVID-19.

Roque later clarified that this was a figure of speech, highlighting the strict measures taken by the Presidential Security Group to ensure no one comes close to the President.

The PSG ensures Duterte's protection and he regularly undergoes swab tests for COVID-19.