Philippines signs deals for 108M COVID vaccine doses, aims for 178M
The Philippines has signed preliminary deals with five vaccine manufacturers for about 108 million doses of coronavirus vaccines.
On Tuesday, the government announced plans to order up to 178 million doses to vaccinate more than 90 million Filipinos this year.
Vaccine czar Carlito Galvez Jr. stated that final supply agreements are in an advanced stage and expected to be completed by end-February.
Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez noted the negotiations include securing extra doses due to potential delays in manufacturing and delivery.
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