“Let me be this clear, this is not martial law. Under the Constitution martial law is declared when there is invasion, rebellion or public safety requires it,” Duterte said in his live public address. Ang kalaban natin pag martial law ay yung mga taong sumasalakay at naghihimagsik pero sa panahong ito ang kalaban natin ay tayo at ang sakit na COVID-19,” he added. (This not martial law, don’t be afraid. Martial law is meant against the enemies of the state but in this case, we are fighting COVID-19.)

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer March 16, 2020 12:59 UTC