UAE tops global vaccination rate

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The UAE is now ranked number one in the world for COVID-19 vaccination rates.

The country heads the vaccine distribution rate per 100 people.

The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) said the achievement reflects the success of the national vaccination campaign and the country's proactive approach to achieving a sustainable recovery.

As of Tuesday, May 25, the UAE has provided 124.31 COVID-19 vaccine doses per 100 people.

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