The Philippine government issued new rules that allow only state media workers to attend the government’s COVID-19 briefings at Malacañang palace. Independent media can join through video conferecing and submit their questions to the moderator before the briefing starts. This effectively bars independent media from seeking clarifications after the briefing.

 

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27.03.2020
Philippines
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