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Japan donated approximately 1.1 million doses of AstraZeneca vaccines to the Philippines, which arrived on Thursday night, July 8, 2021.
Health Secretary Francisco Duque III stated that areas with high COVID-19 cases will receive these donated vaccines.
The donation is expected to help restart the country's vaccination rollout, which had been temporarily hampered by vaccine shortages.
President Rodrigo Duterte expressed gratitude to Japan and urged Filipinos to get vaccinated, with the government optimistic about achieving population protection in Metro Manila by November.
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga described the Philippines as Japan's 'true friend closer than a brother' and affirmed cooperation to overcome pandemic challenges.
The two nations are celebrating significant anniversaries in their diplomatic relations and strategic partnership this year.
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