Expecting new corona drug "Abigan" to be provided to 38 countries free of charge April 28, 17:33
With regard to "Abigan," which is expected to be effective as a new coronavirus therapeutic agent, Foreign Minister Mogi says that more than 70 countries wish to receive free grants from Japan, including 38 countries such as the Netherlands and the Philippines. Announced that the loan will be made.
The anti-influenza drug "Abigan" developed by a Japanese pharmaceutical company is expected to be effective as a therapeutic drug for the new coronavirus, and the Japanese government has decided to donate it to the desired countries free of charge.
In response to this, Foreign Minister Mogi received a press conference from more than 70 countries requesting the provision of abigan, of which 38 countries, such as the Netherlands, the Philippines, and Malaysia, will soon be donated through international organizations. Announced that it will be seen.
Mr. Mogi said, "Clinical data obtained overseas will be provided to Japan as well. The development of therapeutic drugs is extremely important for the subsidence of infectious diseases, and public and private efforts in development We would like to further strengthen our international cooperation and promote international cooperation. "