US Donates 1.5 Million More COVID-19 Vaccines to Taiwan

A pharmacist holds a vial of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine inside a Walmart department store in West Haven, Conn., on Feb. 17, 2021. Mike Segar/Reuters

The United States delivered an additional 1.5 million Moderna COVID-19 vaccine doses to Taiwan, on top of the first 2.5 million doses in June.

“Our donation reflects our commitment to Taiwan, a vibrant democracy, valued partner, and trusted friend,” State Department spokesperson Ned Price said via Twitter on Sunday morning.