Latest NewsNewsTFT News

Robredo wants to speed up COVID-19 vaccination for OFWs

Vice President Leni Robredo said that her office can help in speeding up the vaccination for overseas Filipino workers or OFWs if only they can have access to the government’s vaccine supply.

In her radio show, Robredo said that OFWs must be prioritized in the vaccination drive apart from senior citizens.

RELATED STORY: Robredo on 5-year VP experience: ‘Para akong na-hazing’

“Itong seafarers, OFWs, willing kami na magba-vaccinate sa kanila.Kami mag-aasikaso sa lahat, bigyan lang kami ng access sa supply,” Robredo said.

Robredo said that her office has the manpower and volunteers who can administer the vaccine shots.

“Ang tinuturukan pa lang ay ‘yung pa-deploy… Kahit walang date, i-prioritize na para kung may available na trabaho, hindi na sila maantala,” she added.

READ ON: 1Sambayan’s endorsement helped to urge VP Robredo to run for president

Robredo made the statement after the government admits challenges in delivering the vaccines.

“Ang daming bakuna ngayon pero masyado kasing centralized. Sana mas i-liberalize nila ‘yung mga kumpanya para mabakunahan na nila ‘yung kanilang mga employees,” Robredo said. (TDT)

Staff Report

The Filipino Times is the chronicler of stories for, of and by Filipinos all over the world, reaching more than 236 countries in readership. Any interesting story to share? Email us at [email protected]

Related Articles

Back to top button