Palace: Calamity extension depends on DOH recommendation
President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. will consider health officials' recommendation for extending the state of calamity due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The current state of calamity, declared by former President Rodrigo Duterte, is set to expire on September 12, 2022.
Press Secretary Trixie Cruz-Angeles stated that the decision will be based on DOH's recommendation and an announcement will be made when the time comes.
On Wednesday, the DOH recorded 3,181 new COVID-19 infections, bringing the total nationwide tally to 3,813,952.
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