Galvez defends PH vaccine procurement process
Philippines' COVID-19 vaccine czar Carlito Galvez Jr. defended the government's handling of vaccine procurement, stating no official has access to funds and all deals are made through international agreements.
Galvez emphasized stringent regulatory requirements set by multilateral agencies like the World Bank and ADB must be followed for vaccine accreditation.
He also clarified that negotiations sometimes reach stalemates due to legal challenges and public safety concerns, denying any missed opportunities or lapses in procurement.
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