Science and Technology Undersecretary Rowena Cristina GuevaraScience and Technology Undersecretary Rowena Cristina Guevara said that two of the seven prospects are local companies that have signified their intent to build their facilities in the coming months. The talks were initiated by the Board of Investments led by Trade Undersecretary Ceferino Rodolfo and Director Maria Corazon Dichosa. Guevara said these manufacturers will first build a "fill and finish" facility where the bulk antigen will be transformed into vaccine vials. Meanwhile, Guevara said the Philippines will hold first a "soft trial" in preparation for the Solidarity Vaccine Trial of the World Health Organization (WHO). "We can say that these three food supplements and locally-available herbal medicine and supplements can provide symptomatic relief against Covid-19," Guevara said.

Source: Manila Times October 23, 2021 16:24 UTC