Pakistan’s Ministry of National Health has reached out to UNICEF to address concerns over India’s delay in supplying polio, measles, and typhoid vaccines.
According to sources, Pakistan has appealed to UNICEF to urgently resolve the issue to ensure timely access to these critical vaccines.
UNICEF has assured Pakistan that it will work to address the vaccine supply issue promptly, sources confirmed. The organization has procured over 17 million vaccine doses for Pakistan, valued at approximately 27 billion rupees.
Of this amount, UNICEF has funded 60 percent, while Pakistan has contributed the remaining 40 percent, sources added.
Sources revealed that the Indian company responsible for the vaccine supply was expected to deliver the doses to UNICEF by early July. However, it is reportedly employing delaying tactics, causing disruptions in the supply chain.
