Manila Bulletin
PH receives additional 37,800 doses of Sputnik V jabs
The Philippines received an additional 37,800 doses of the Russian-made Sputnik V vaccine, specifically Component I, on Saturday night.
The vaccines arrived at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 via Korean Air flight KE 632 from Moscow.
This latest shipment brings the country's total Sputnik V doses to 350,000.
The new batch will be allocated as first doses and prioritized for areas experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases.
Previously, the Philippines received 132,200 Sputnik V doses on Friday, comprising 82,200 of Component I and 50,000 of Component II.
Despite slight delays, the vaccination program remains on track with more supplies expected next week.
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