China-donated COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Myanmar

Xinhua, May 4, 2021
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A batch of COVID-19 vaccines donated by the Chinese government arrives at the Yangon International Airport, in Yangon, Myanmar, May 2, 2021. (Photo courtesy of the Chinese embassy in Myanmar)

A batch of COVID-19 vaccines donated by the Chinese government arrived at the Yangon International Airport on Sunday, according to a release from the Chinese embassy on Sunday.

The donated vaccines, promised by China earlier this year, was handed over at a critical stage of prevention and control against the pandemic, demonstrating the"Paukphaw" (fraternal) friendship and spirit of a community with a shared future, said the embassy, hoping that the vaccines can help protect life and health of Myanmar people and combat the pandemic.

Since the outbreak of COVID-19, China and Myanmar have carried out effective cooperation, with China not only donating medicines and equipment, but also sending medical experts to assist Myanmar in combating the pandemic.