By Anas Hassan
SINGAPORE, May 20 (Bernama) -- Singapore has pledged US$12 million (US$1=RM3.97) contribution over four years to the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), in support of global pandemic preparedness, said the Health Ministry (MOH).
In a statement, MOH said the contribution was announced by Health Minister Ong Ye Kung during a CEPI side event at the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland.
The commitment reaffirmed the importance of partnership in advancing global health as vaccines are a critical line of defence against infectious disease outbreaks and pandemics.
"As a partner of CEPI since 2020, Singapore’s continued contribution supports global efforts to develop and deploy vaccines rapidly and equitably against future threats.
"Singapore’s latest contribution will be over 2027 to 2030 and is a continuation of our earlier contribution to CEPI," said the ministry on Tuesday.
According to Ong, Singapore has invested steadily in vaccine research and development and also manufacturing capability and capacity.
"Our partnership with CEPI has deepened our own capabilities, including in scientific advisory engagement, regulatory preparedness, research and development and manufacturing collaboration, while allowing us to continue to contribute meaningfully to this broader global effort," he added.
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