Duterte announces Metro Manila 'community quarantine' over COVID-19

President Duterte announced stricter measures against COVID-19, including work and school suspensions, travel restrictions, and a 'community quarantine' for Metro Manila starting March 15.

The Philippines raised Code Red Sub-Level 2 due to the threat of COVID-19.

Metro Manila will be placed under lockdown for at least 30 days as recommended by the Inter-Agency Task Force on the coronavirus outbreak.

Senate President Vicente Sotto III opposed a widespread lockdown, citing economic concerns and suggesting localized containment instead.