120. The representative of Australia welcomed the supply of HIV/AIDS medicines from Canada to Rwanda under the system. This demonstrated its effectiveness. As noted by the delegation of the United States, measures could be taken outside of the system too. The donation of the H1N1 vaccine by Australia and other countries to the global supply for the benefit of developing countries constituted but one example. She encouraged other Members who had not yet done so to accept the Protocol as soon as possible. Her delegation supported the extension of the period for acceptance of the Protocol until 31 December 2011.
