Pakistan and Gavi hold talks on vaccine allocation and procurement

Pakistan and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, held a coordination meeting to discuss the country's vaccine requirements, future allocation under Gavi's 6.0 planning period, and procurement arrangements for the Hexa vaccine following its launch, according to a report by the Associated Press of Pakistan.

The meeting brought together representatives from Pakistan's health authorities and Gavi, an international organization that works to improve access to vaccines in lower-income countries. Discussions reportedly focused on ensuring Pakistan's immunization programs remain adequately supplied and aligned with Gavi's broader planning framework for the coming years.

Gavi's 6.0 planning period refers to the organization's ongoing strategic cycle for allocating vaccine support to partner countries, a process that determines funding levels and vaccine availability for national immunization programs over an extended period.

The Hexa vaccine, a combination vaccine that protects against multiple diseases in a single dose, has recently been introduced as part of efforts to streamline childhood immunization schedules and improve vaccination coverage. Procurement planning for the vaccine was among the topics addressed during the meeting.

Pakistan has worked with Gavi for years to support its national immunization efforts, particularly in reaching underserved populations. The coordination meeting reflects continued engagement between Pakistani health officials and international partners on vaccine access and program planning.