Australia donates P505M for PH vaccine purchase
Australian Ambassador Steven Robinson announced on Thursday that Australia will donate PHP505 million worth of coronavirus vaccines to the Philippines.
The donation, equivalent to 13.72 million Australian dollars, will be used to purchase vaccines in coordination with UNICEF, targeting delivery within the year.
This contribution is part of Australia's new agreement with UNICEF to procure safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines for the Philippines, providing additional support for procurement and distribution.
Australia has also contributed around PHP4.78 billion through the COVAX Facility, in addition to this latest donation.
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