A FIVE-HECTARE lot in New Clark City has been identified by the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) as the site of the proposed Virology Science and Technology Institute of the Philippines (VIP).

"BCDA recognizes the value of this virology research center in our battle against the Covid-19 pandemic as well as any other infectious diseases which may endanger us in the future," the agency said on Monday.

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