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9 September 2021Big PharmaMuireann Bolger

Australia backs COVID-19 vaccine waiver

Australia will waive IP protections for COVID-19 vaccines to enable more cost-effective copycat versions to be manufactured in developing countries, in the wake of mounting pressure from human rights groups and governments worldwide.

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More on this story

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29 November 2021   The World Trade Organization has postponed its ministerial conference indefinitely, potentially ending the opportunity for countries to agree an IP waiver for COVID-19 vaccines this year.
Americas
12 August 2021   The Brazilian Senate Plenary has approved a bill that will allow President Bolsonaro to waive patent protections for COVID-19 vaccines.
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