Duterte allows firms to import vaccines 'at will', but with tripartite agreement

Updated WED · MAR 31, 2021 · 7:53 PM

President Duterte announced on Monday that private firms can import COVID-19 vaccines 'at will', but Malacañang clarified on Tuesday that procurement would still require a tripartite agreement.

Presidential Adviser Joey Concepcion said the private sector is ready to buy more vaccines, but supply is currently limited.

Senators urged the government to ensure proper implementation of the COVID-19 Vaccination Program Act as companies are allowed to procure vaccines for their employees.

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