Coronavirus Update: Russia Plans First Vaccinations In October
Japan Signs 120 Million Dose Deal With Pfizer
Executive Summary
Concern and skepticism about Russia's rapid vaccine roll out. Meanwhile Japan is latest to reach deal with Pfizer/BioNTech.
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