Manila Bulletin
Australia gives PH P480.2-M to boost COVID-19 vaccine procurement
Australia has committed an additional AUD13.72 million (P480.2 million) to help the Philippines procure COVID-19 vaccines.
Australian Ambassador Steven J. Robinson announced this commitment to Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr., Health Secretary Francisco Duque, and NTF Against COVID-19 chief implementer Carlito Galvez and his deputy Vince Dizon.
This assistance will support the procurement and distribution of vaccines within the year, contributing to the country's 2021 vaccine needs.
The donation is part of Australia's new agreement with UNICEF to purchase safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines.
This aid is separate from Australia's previous contributions to the Philippines through the COVAX initiative and its Vaccine Response Plan.
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