PH continues COVAX membership, talks with US firms proceed

The Philippines is continuing its membership in the Gavi COVAX alliance for acquiring an efficient coronavirus vaccine.

Despite President Duterte's criticism of Western companies asking for advance payment, negotiations with American firms will continue.

Roque assured that the president wants to ensure access to vaccines regardless of which country develops them first.

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