Australia provides AU$ 5 million to support Bangladesh’s Covid-19 preparedness and response
Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne has announced providing AU$ 5 million (Tk 330 million) to the Red Crescent to support Bangladesh's Covid-19 preparedness and response.
This funding will be provided through the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and will be used to procure and distribute essential supplies, including oxygen and related equipment, to help communities withstand the health and social impact of the pandemic, said the Australian High Commission in Dhaka today.
The funding is in addition to the AU$ 5.7 million Australia provided last year for personal protective equipment, Covid-19 awareness campaigns, and emergency food and income support.
Australia is also working to increase the global supply of safe and effective Covid-19 vaccines, through an $80 million commitment to the COVAX Advance Market Commitment, of which Bangladesh is a beneficiary.
"As one of Bangladesh's oldest friends, Australia is committed to supporting Bangladesh in its fight against Covid-19, to help ensure our shared region remains safe, stable, prosperous and resilient," said Australian High Commissioner Jeremy Bruer.
"Australia and our partners stand with Bangladesh in responding to the pandemic," he added.
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