Jokowi Says Covid Vaccine Supply Adequate, Urges Eligible Indonesians to Get Booster Shots

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com – Indonesia’s President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo called on the people to get booster shots as the supply of the Covid-19 vaccine is adequate in the country.

“The government has more than enough supply of Covid-19 vaccine for booster shots,” President Jokowi said in a televised message on Monday, May 30.

Jokowi reminded the people to remain vigilant, although the coronavirus pandemic has slowed down. He underscored the importance of getting booster shots.

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The Ministry of Health data showed that the booster dose of the Covid-19 vaccine could increase antibody protection up to two-fold compared with the initial two-dose series.

“Booster vaccination is also needed to protect the elderly and vulnerable groups or those with comorbidities from contracting Covid-19,” said Jokowi.

He called on the people to get a free booster shot without being choosy. He said all vaccines protect the community from the Covid-19 pandemic.

“Let’s keep on what we are doing together so that Indonesia will recover and the economy will improve,” the president said.

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It is reported that the number of Covid-19 cases has continued to decline.