European Union Agrees On Vaccine Distribution

European Union Agrees On Vaccine Distribution The European Union agrees on vaccine distribution. It was stated that EU member countries will get a share of the vaccine according to their population. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Union (EU) Commission, announced that they have reached an agreement on the distribution of vaccines to be developed for the new type of Coronavirus (Covid-19). Von der Leyen said, "Member countries will receive the vaccines at the same time, under the same conditions and according to their share in the EU population." EU Council President Charles Michel and Von der Leyen held a press conference at the end of the EU Leaders Summit with the videoconference method within the scope of Coronavirus (Covid-19). Stating that the coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccine studies were evaluated accurately and quickly, Von der Leyen said that they made pre-purchase agreements with 3 companies for possible vaccines developed against Covid-19 and that negotiations with 4 companies are continuing. Stating that EU countries have reached an agreement on the fair distribution of Covid-19 vaccines, Von der Leyen said, “Member countries will receive vaccines at the same time, under the same conditions and according to their share in the EU population.”   Vaccines to be Distributed to EU Countries Fairly Stating that Covid-19 cases are increasing rapidly all over Europe, EU Council President Charles Michel reminded that some countries are taking measures by going to closure. Underlining that healthcare professionals are under a great burden, Michel explained that tests with leaders, follow-up of contacts and vaccines were discussed at the meeting today. Explaining that they discussed how to send the rapid tests, how to use them and how the test results will be mutually recognized by the member countries, Michel emphasized that they also discussed the quarantine periods and how the quarantine will be implemented. Regarding the vaccine, Michel said: “We have agreed to guarantee fair distribution among member states when vaccines are available.”