"The shipment of a first batch of 300,000 doses has been achieved, which will arrive in Lima on Sunday evening. The rest are scheduled to leave China on the 13th," Mr. Sagasti said in a televised address to the nation.
"Our administration always tells the truth and things as they are; that is why today, at this time, we can announce the departure of this first shipment," he stressed.
"We work tirelessly to achieve the goal that our Government has set itself in the fight against the pandemic, which is to protect the health of all Peruvians," he expressed.
The President also mentioned that this is a firm first step in the vaccination process, which restores the hope of all Peruvians.
"It will take time to complete these efforts, but have confidence, assurance, and hope that we will make it through," he stated.