156 nations join WHO-led global plan for COVID-19 vaccine supply

Published September 21, 2020 11:14pm

GENEVA, Switzerland – A total of 156 countries have joined the global COVAX scheme intended to ensure fair distribution of supplies of future vaccines against COVID-19, an alliance led by the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Monday.

The list includes 64 wealthier, self-financing countries, a statement issued by the WHO and GAVI vaccine alliance said, after a deadline of last Friday to make binding commitments.

The goal of COVAX is by the end of 2021 to deliver 2 billion doses of safe, effective vaccines around the world. — Reuters

SOURCE: https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/news/world/756568/156-nations-join-who-led-global-plan-for-covid-19-vaccine-supply/story/