World Bank approves $500-M loan for PH vaccine purchase
The World Bank approved a $500-million loan on March 12 to support the Philippines' efforts in purchasing and distributing COVID-19 vaccines.
Priority groups such as frontline health workers, senior citizens, and indigent communities will be vaccinated first, followed by teachers, government workers, and indigenous peoples.
The loan also supports public health measures like web platforms for citizen feedback on vaccination programs and surveys to boost engagement.
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