Gov’t assures NCR of food supplies during quarantine

The Philippine government assured Metro Manila residents on Friday that there are sufficient food and household supplies amid rising coronavirus cases.

President Duterte announced a 'community quarantine' for Metro Manila, prompting Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez to reassure uninterrupted supply delivery.

An ordinance in Valenzuela City limits daily purchases of essential goods like canned foods, powdered milk, rice, alcohol, and face masks to prevent hoarding.

The DTI imposed a nationwide price freeze on basic necessities for 60 days to ensure availability and continuous supply amid panic buying due to COVID-19 fears.

Panic buying was reported across Metro Manila stores on Wednesday as consumers stocked up on goods like disinfectants, canned foods, vegetables, and meat products.