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<p>The UK is proud to be hosting the Gavi Replenishment Conference on 3-4<sup>th</sup>
June, to secure Gavi the funds it needs to immunise 300 million more children and
save at least 7 million lives between 2021 and 2025.</p><p> </p><p>We recognise the
importance of the UK’s funding to Gavi; our £1.44 billion of support to Gavi between
2016-2020 has saved 1.4 million lives from vaccine-preventable diseases in 68 of the
world’s poorest countries. The UK’s commitment to Gavi is also central to our work
to end preventable deaths of mothers, new-borns and children by 2030.</p><p> </p><p>Gavi’s
next strategic period is critically important for the UK as we work together to improve
intra-country equity and coverage. Immunisation is often a child’s first point of
contact with their health service. By extending routine immunisation to reach the
underserved, particularly zero-dose children who have never been vaccinated, Gavi
is building a foundation for stronger national health systems. The UK will also prioritise
ensuring our investment in Gavi is sustainable by supporting countries to effectively
transition from Gavi support to increased domestic funding.</p>
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