GAVI not seeking refund from Nepal
Summary
GAVI has decided not to request a refund of $308,271 from Nepal and will adjust this amount in future support under GAVI 6.0, strengthening cooperation and support for Nepal's national immunization program.
Key Points
- GAVI will not seek a refund of 308,271 USD from Nepal, opting to adjust it against future support under GAVI 6.0.
- The decision follows discussions led by Nepal's Health Minister Nisha Mehta during the World Health Assembly and subsequent correspondence.
- GAVI has provided over 550 million USD to Nepal for vaccination programs, capacity building, and COVID-19 response.
- GAVI praised Nepal's commitment to immunization, financial management, and audit implementation, reinforcing long-term cooperation prospects.
