DOF: P25B needed for teen vaccines
Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez III said an additional P25 billion might be needed to buy coronavirus vaccines for minors aged 12 to 17.
The current budget of P88.6 billion is enough to procure about 148 million doses and inoculate all adults in the country.
Dominguez also mentioned preparing for booster shots for around 85 million adults and teenagers, which could cost approximately P60 billion.
Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez said discussions are underway regarding allowing vaccinated minors to leave their homes.
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