A Philippine bishop has urged the government to distribute promised financial aid “as quick as possible” to alleviate hunger in Manila among thousands of poor families hit hard by Covid-19 restrictions. President Rodrigo Duterte placed Manila under strict lockdown from Aug. 6-20, forcing all non-essential businesses to close in a bid to curb the spread of the virus, particularly the highly contagious Delta variant. It has forced companies to retrench thousands of employees working in malls and other establishments.
Philippine bishop seeks swift govt aid for hungry poor – UCA News
Philippine bishop seeks swift govt aid for hungry poor – UCA News
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