Covid-19: UAE makes push for vaccination for all

Covid-19: UAE makes push for vaccination for all

Global cooperation is crucial in accelerating the distribution of Covid-19 vaccines, UAE minister said at an international forum hosted by China. Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashemy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, during the first meeting of the International Forum on Covid-19 Vaccine Cooperation, noted the UAE is determined to ensure rapid distribution of vaccines and boost global immunity. According to Our World in Data website’s stats on Friday afternoon, 29.6 per cent of the world population has received at least one dose of a Covid vaccine, and 15.2 per cent is fully vaccinated. The forum, held via a video conference with representatives from over 20 countries, aims to link countries that develop and produce vaccines with companies and stakeholders in order to promote the equitable distribution of vaccines worldwide. Al Hashemy said the UAE has been at the forefront of global efforts to combat the pandemic. She said the UAE has utilised its advanced logistical capabilities and transportation facilities and services to help expedite the delivery of Covid-19 vaccines around the world, including through storage and handling facilities in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, in close cooperation with Etihad Airways and Emirates Airlines, thereby geographically covering nearly 3.6 billion people