BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 8
By Tamilla Mammadova – Trend:
Georgia will receive $34.5 million additional financing from the World Bank (WB) to intensify vaccination rollout, Trend reports via Georgian media.
"The World Bank has allocated funds in additional financing to support Georgia’s efforts to provide affordable and equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines, and ensure effective vaccine deployment in the country by strengthening the vaccination system," announces the World Bank.
Through this support, the World Bank will contribute to the Georgian government’s plan to vaccinate 60 percent of the adult population by the end of 2021.
As reported, this support will help with the acquisition and deployment of COVID-19 vaccines, including syringes and other supplies, vaccine logistics and distribution, planning and management, vaccine-related communication and outreach, training, and overall health system strengthening.
"The COVID-19 pandemic has placed a great burden on the country’s economy, its people and firms first and foremost, and a strong vaccination plan is crucial for a fast and resilient recovery in Georgia, and most importantly, for saving lives", said Sebastian Molineus, World Bank Regional Director for the South Caucasus.
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