The capital region is under GCQ with some restrictions along with Bulacan, while the same status applies in Cavite, Laguna, and Rizal but with heightened curbs. OCTA fellow Ranjit Rye told Laging Handa that Metro Manila should remain in GCQ, but restrictions on business establishments can be eased. Rye stressed that the strict enforcement of public health standards should continue, as he added some are now being complacent. Rye added that the strict enforcement of public health standards should continue, as he said some are now being complacent. Prof. Guido David, another OCTA fellow, noted that new infections in many places in Mindanao are plateauing or slowing down.

Source: Philippine Star July 13, 2021 09:00 UTC