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Vax drive events encourage people to get jabs
Malacañang defended the administration's decision to hold events celebrating milestones in the COVID-19 vaccination program, stating that such events aim to encourage more Filipinos to get vaccinated.
Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque announced that 30 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered nationwide.
Roque also highlighted that 13 million Filipinos have already been fully vaccinated, calling it a significant achievement.
He emphasized that these celebratory events are not conducted in areas currently under lockdown.
The government views these events as a crucial part of effective communication to promote vaccination.
Roque urged the public to get vaccinated to protect themselves and their loved ones.
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