Duterte warns hoarders in Odette-hit areasPresident Rodrigo Roa Duterte tends to the survivors of Typhoon Odette as he visits the affected areas in Tisa, Cebu City on Dec. 23, 2021. MANILA, Philippines — President Rodrigo Duterte has warned hoarders in typhoon-struck areas that they would be arrested as he ordered agencies to stop the activities of those who take advantage of the situation to gain profit. During a pre-recorded public address last Monday, Duterte said he was worried about the reported spike in the prices of medicines and other goods despite the price caps imposed in areas affected by Typhoon Odette. Duterte then asked Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez to confirm if the reports of hoarding and overpricing were true. But after they were apprehended, actually, Mr. President, they corrected (their prices)," Lopez said.

Source: Philippine Star December 28, 2021 11:29 UTC