UK company delivers more than 40,000 PCR test kits to Egypt to help battle coronavirus

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By Yomna Yasser
UK Egypt
Sir Geoffrey Adams, UK Ambassador to Egypt

UK company Primer Design Ltd, a subsidiary of Novacyt SA has exported over 40,000 PCR test kits to Egypt to support its response to the coronavirus pandemic.

The UK and Egyptian government have been working hard to address the immediate medical needs of both countries by keeping essential trade flowing, the British embassy said in a statement on Monday.

In April, Egypt fulfilled an export agreement with the UK, sending shipments of medical gowns to support the UK in its fight against the pandemic.

“Egypt and the UK are committed to working together to tackle this global challenge. The UK government and British businesses are united in their commitment to support Egypt.” British Ambassador to Egypt, Sir Geoffrey Adams said in a statement.

“That means protecting Egyptians from the impact of the virus, providing for the most vulnerable, and where possible using the crisis to make progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development goals.” Adams added.

On 4 May, the UK co-hosted the Global Response Summit and raised $8 billion in pledges to combat coronavirus. The UK is also leading the way to make coronavirus vaccines and treatments available to all.

On 4 June, the UK is set to host a virtual summit that aims to boost the global supply of a vaccine once one is approved for use, to help prevent a second wave of the pandemic.

The UK is the G7 lead on support to vulnerable countries, and has confirmed a responsive funding package of more than £700 million, including a £130 million contribution to the UN, £65 million of which is allocated to the World Health Organisation (WHO).

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