Global South Covid-19 Funding
2020-07-15
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Inquires about the distribution and allocation of UK funding in response to the global pandemic, specifically towards the Global South.
How much of the funding the UK has allocated to and reached the global south as a part of its response to the covid-19 pandemic?
The UK has pledged up to £769 million of UK aid to support the global health response and vulnerable countries, with efforts centred around vaccine research and financial contributions to international organisations. We are working closely with multilaterals and NGOs to ensure that funds reach their destination as swiftly as possible.
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