Japan donates 20 million Covid-19 vaccines to seven emerging countries

Feb 05, 2022

Tokyo (Japan), Phnom Penh (Cambodia), Feb 05 (ANI): In order to assist the fight against the Coronavirus pandemic, Japan has announced to donate 20 million doses of Covid-19 vaccines to seven emerging countries. Additional 11 million doses to 13 countries will be given through COVAX facility. The countries that set to receive the vaccines were thrilled to hear the news. Apart from this, 124 million dollars have been given to 59 countries to improve their cold chain vaccine transport. VTV correspondent, Mr. Long Nguyen reported the development. The national television station of Cambodia broadcasted a live program lasting over an hour marking the arrival of the vaccines. Thailand, one among the beneficiaries, has received two million doses. The AstraZeneca vaccine was recently administered at hospitals and clinics. Japan’s contribution in its neighbours’ fight against the Covid-19 pandemic has been warmly received. The international community has also lauded Japan’s humanitarian efforts.