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COVAX aims to deliver at least 2 billion vaccines by end of 2021: Harsh Vardhan
New Delhi, May 20 (ANI): Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan at 33rd Commonwealth Health Ministers Meeting said COVAX aims to deliver at least 2 billion vaccines by the end of 2021. "COVAX aims to deliver at least 2 billion vaccines by the end of 2021, covering 20% of the most vulnerable population in about 92 low and middle-income countries," said Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan. He added, "India, in line with its long-held belief of 'Vasudev Kutumbakam', has provided COVID-19 vaccines to more than 90 countries under its 'vaccine maitri' initiative."