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March 13, 2020

Philippines President Duterte Orders Lockdown in Manila Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
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In the Philippines, President Rodrigo Duterte ordered a lockdown of
Metropolitan Manila, home to 13 million people. Duterte's order cuts off
land, domestic air and sea travel to and from Metro Manila and imposes
bans on mass gatherings. Schools have been ordered shut for a month, and
community quarantining is in effect. Local officials who defy government
orders face jail time. Duterte was tested for coronavirus after a
possible exposure. Meanwhile, six of his Cabinet ministers, 16
lawmakers, and the Philippines' central bank governor have all gone into
self-quarantine.


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