What India’s vaccine shortages mean for global supply

Apr 30, 2021

What India’s vaccine shortages mean for global supply

Oxygen and hospital beds are also in short supply as India faces a COVID surge. Punit Paranjpe/AFP via Getty Images

From the BBC World Service: As the world's largest vaccine manufacturer, India will limit exports to other countries to ensure there are enough shots for a domestic immunization drive. Plus, a pandemic surge drives the eurozone economy into recession. And, what effect could your name have on your career?

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