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The EU could open up a ‘Pandora’s box’ of vaccine nationalism if it restricts exports, professor says

The European Union could open up a “Pandora’s box” if it decides to restrict exports of coronavirus vaccines, a political analyst told CNBC last week. Vaccination drives in the 27-member bloc have been hindered by production issues. Anglo-Swedish firm AstraZeneca earlier this year cut its first-quarter target from 90 million doses to 30 million doses.… Read More: The EU could open up a ‘Pandora’s box’ of vaccine… »

Coronavirus spurs India to restrict exports of 2 dozen drugs

While eyes have been on China for signs that COVID-19 might result in drug shortages, India has come up with a surprise of its own. The country, which accounts for about 40% of U.S. generic drugs, has halted exports of more than two dozen APIs and drugs.   India’s Directorate General of Foreign Trade today announced… Read More: Coronavirus spurs India to restrict exports of 2 dozen drugs »