MANILA, Philippines — Neighborhood initiatives such as the community pantries are welcome as among the efforts to cope with the continuing scourge of the COVID-19, Sen. Bong Go said. He also urged the public not to add political color to the initiatives that only aim to help others. "I have not ordered the PNP to look into the community pantries around the country. The community pantry has been a traditional practice in our country as part of Bayanihan culture and spirit specially in the times of calamities and disasters," Año added. Eight other senators, who issued a joint statement yesterday, said they stand with community pantry organizers, volunteers and donors.

Source: Philippine Star April 21, 2021 02:48 UTC