Let's be clear, Foreign Affairs will prepare a letter to say 'no' to the Chinese vaccines. Our answer should be very clear that, while we appreciate the offer, the answer is no because we have more than enough vaccines.
Panuelo emphasizes the FSM's rejection of Chinese vaccines despite internal pressure.
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