“We have to be ready for future outbreaks. We, therefore, have to improve and expand existing Asean’s mechanisms to cover public health emergencies,” Duterte said. | DJEsguerraINQ
Duterte said this as he calls for stronger Asean cooperation against COVID-19, which has so far infected almost 20,000 in the region and killed more than 840.
Duterte said the region must boost production and facilitate intra-Asean trade of vital medicines and medical equipment and supplies. “Let us, therefore ensure the supply chain connectivity and the smooth flow of goods within our region,” he said. Further, Duterte encouraged Asean members to support vaccine and research and development initiatives.“Retreating from the regional and global connections cannot be the answer. To effectively overcome the challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic, Aseab must collaborate and coordinate within our region and beyond,” Duterte stressed.
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