GOVERNOR Gwendolyn Garcia announced on Saturday, May 6, 2023, that the World Health Organization's (WHO) announcement on Friday that coronavirus disease (Covid-19) is no longer a "global health emergency" will allow Cebu to experience increased tourism and economic growth.

Garcia told reporters that Cebu has been a pioneer in the nation in easing restrictions against the contagious and fatal disease.

She claimed that following the WHO pronouncement, there is no longer a need to impose stricter laws and regulations in an effort to implement the minimal public health standards. (EHP)