COVID-19 Watch

Banana Industry Seeks Gov’t Assistance Amid Covid-19 Scare

Featuresdesk (ICG) - February 17, 2020

The Pilipino Banana Growers and Exporters Association (PBGEA) has called on the government to provide more assistance to the banana industry following the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) scare, which affected banana exports as the Chinese buyers have stopped ordering Philippine bananas.

Quarantine Facility To Rise In Zamboanga City

Featuresdesk (ICG) - February 17, 2020

Zamboanga City 2nd District Rep. Jose Manuel Dalipe II said he would help lobby for funds from the national government for the construction of a quarantine center in this southern port city.

Pres. Duterte To Review Taiwan Appeal To Lift Travel Ban

Featuresdesk (ICG) - February 16, 2020

Panelo points out that the ban was extended to Taiwan as part of government efforts to “protect our countrymen from being infected”.

Pres. Spokesperson Panelo: No Existing Covid-19 Cases In PH

Featuresdesk (ICG) - February 16, 2020

Pres. Spokesperson Panelo issues the statement, as some news reports continue to highlight the three confirmed cases of Covid-19 involving Chinese nationals from Wuhan, China, the epicenter of the deadly virus.

WHO Renames Novel Coronavirus To Covid-19

Featuresdesk (ICG) - February 15, 2020

The World Health Organization renames the deadly disease called "nCoV-2019".

Sec. Bello III: OFWs Affected By Taiwan Travel Ban To Get OWWA Cash Aid

Featuresdesk (ICG) - February 14, 2020

According to Labor Sec. Bello, Filipino workers bound for Taiwan affected by the travel ban and are members of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) will be getting financial assistance.

Bohol Coastal Town Mayors Tapped To Combat ASF

Featuresdesk (ICG) - February 14, 2020

Guv. Relampagos: "The province of Bohol is pursuing all efforts to prevent the entry of the ASF virus into the province to safeguard the hog industry and food security..."

Bacolod City Mayor Leonardia Calls For Vigilance Vs Covid-19

Featuresdesk (ICG) - February 14, 2020

Mayor Evelio Leonardia urges residents of Bacolod City to remain vigilant against Covid-19.

DA Confirms 1st Case Of ASF In Davao Sur

Featuresdesk (ICG) - February 14, 2020

The Department of Agriculture confirms that two of the four villages in Davao del Sur that are under tight watch for African Swine Fever have been found positive of the animal disease.

Baguio Establishments Incur Losses From Event Cancelations

Featuresdesk (ICG) - February 13, 2020

Baguio is feeling the impact of the cancellation of major events and gatherings due to the continuous threat of the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19).