Metro Manila may revert to MECQ if cases reach 85k by July 31

Metro Manila may revert to modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) if COVID-19 cases reach 85,000 by July 31, as projected by UP experts.

Presidential Spox Harry Roque said the economy cannot afford another shutdown but it might be necessary if there are no alternatives.

Roque expressed hope that Filipinos will cooperate to prevent stricter measures and noted that the country is second in the world for mask-wearing compliance.

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