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Philippines reports 4,650 new coronavirus cases, 111 additional deaths

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Manila - The ministry said total confirmed cases have risen to 173,774, the highest in Southeast Asia, while deaths have increased to 2,795.

Published: Wed 19 Aug 2020, 1:02 PM

Updated: Wed 19 Aug 2020, 3:05 PM

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The Philippine health ministry on Wednesday confirmed 4,650 new coronavirus infections and 111 additional deaths.

In a bulletin, the ministry said total confirmed cases have risen to 173,774, the highest in Southeast Asia, while deaths have increased to 2,795.

The government on Wednesday relaxed a strict lockdown in the capital and nearby provinces, allowing more business establishments to resume operations.



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