The appointment of an Iraqi of Iraqi minister responsible for "Corona vaccines" in Britain

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has appointed a minister responsible for distributing the emerging coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccine, Zahim Al-Zahawi, in an indication that the British government is preparing for a comprehensive vaccination program.

Al-Zahawi, who is of Iraqi origin, is the Minister of State for Business in the British government.

Al-Zahawi will report to Health Minister Matt Hancock in his new position with his primary focus on vaccine deployment, although he will retain some of the responsibilities of his current job.

A statement from the British Prime Minister's Office said the new arrangement was temporary and would last until at least next summer.

And the Financial Times reported today, Saturday, that Britain is scheduled to adopt the anti-Coronavirus vaccine, which was developed by Biontech and Pfizer, during the days.

The newspaper added that vaccine deliveries will begin within hours of issuance of permission.

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