Philippines to Gradually Ease Lockdown to Revive Economy

Capital region still on lockdown May 16-31, on modified terms
GDP fell 0.2% in first quarter, first contraction since 1998

People out of work due line up to receive government cash handouts in Rodriguez town, Rizal province on May 11.Photographer: Ezra Acayan/Getty Images

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By Andreo Calonzo

May 12, 2020 at 1:09 AM UTC

Updated on

May 12, 2020 at 5:14 AM UTC

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The Philippines will keep the capital region that has the most coronavirus infections under a lockdown but it will allow some businesses to reopen in the area as it eases curbs in many parts of the country.