MANILA — The Department of Foreign Affairs on Friday reported 27 new COVID-19 cases of Filipinos abroad. There are now 634 total confirmed COVID-19 cases among Filipinos overseas, of which 27.
1% have recovered and 12.5% have died. In this time of contemplation, the work of the DFA, along with its 94 Foreign Service Posts, continues in aid of our Overseas Filipinos.
“With the continuous global efforts against #COVID19, we hope for the eventual recovery of our OFs who are undergoing treatment,” it added.
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