[Photo] Lee Eui-kyung, MFDS Commissioner, Visits International Vaccine Institute

Lee Eui-kyung, Commissioner of the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, visited the International Vaccine Institute in Seoul on the 25th to directly observe the vaccine research and development site and pledged active support. The visit was made to hear and discuss expert opinions on the current status of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) vaccine development, distribution plans, and support measures needed during the development process.

The International Vaccine Institute is the first international organization headquartered in Korea, conducting international activities across all stages of research and development, including original vaccine technology, prototype development, clinical trials, vaccination, and field epidemiological investigations in developing countries. Commissioner Lee said, "Everyone hopes that vaccines will be developed quickly and distributed equitably worldwide," adding, "I hope the institute will play a central role in ensuring equitable vaccine distribution so that no one is left behind in infectious disease prevention."

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