MANILA, Philippines — President Rodrigo Duterte has admitted that the country’s economy is in shambles, and is “sinking deeper and deeper” amid the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on livelihood and businesses.
In his pre-recorded briefing on Monday, Duterte however said the Philippines is not alone in this situation, as other countries are also experiencing economic problems due to enforced lockdowns.
When Luzon and other areas in the country went into a strict lockdown last March 2020, businesses that are not considered essential establishments were forced to close down. This left workers, especially those who rely on daily wages and income, without any income through the quaran…
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