MANILA, Philippines — Returning seafarers may avail of free COVID-19 testing starting this December, which will be financed through the P270 million funds allocated for the maritime sector, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) said Saturday.
“Only inbound or returning Filipino seafarers who have disembarked through Philippine ports and airports are entitled to avail of the free COVID-19 testing, as covered by the Bayanihan 2 fund. This will be conducted by a service provider to be sourced by the PPA [Philippine Ports Authority],” the DOTr said.
The financial aid was included in the provisions of the Bayanihan to Recover as One Act, which is intended for those badly hit by the …
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