Gavi proposes USD 39.6 million vaccine support package to Nepal
Summary
Gavi has proposed a USD 39.6 million vaccine support package for Nepal, along with USD 18.06 million in cash grants over 2027–2030. Nepal would contribute USD 17.1 million in co-financing as both sides push for long-term sustainability in the national immunization programme.
Key Points
- High-level talks in Kathmandu focused on strategic cooperation between Nepal and Gavi for 2027–2030.
- Gavi proposed USD 39.6 million in vaccines and USD 18.06 million in cash grants, while Nepal would provide USD 17.1 million in co-financing.
- Gavi has invested more than USD 550 million in Nepal’s healthcare system since 2001 and currently helps fund five vaccines in the national programme.
- Both sides stressed the need for sustainable financing for Nepal’s immunization efforts amid declining global development assistance.
