The World Health Organization thanks the United Kingdom for agreeing a £30 million increase to the first payment of their 2019 – 2023 pledge, meaning that the total amount released for polio eradication activities is £70 million. The WHO extends gratitude to Germany for contributing €5 million to polio eradication operations in Pakistan. These funds will help the programme respond to challenges that have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Global Polio Eradication Initiative would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all donors who contributed to polio eradication in 2020. This support is critical to ensure that challenges are overcome and the goal of a polio-free world is reached.
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