Coronavirus Update: Sotrovimab Filed For EUA In Japan
Plus, Korea Sets Up mRNA Consortium
Executive Summary
GSK could soon see an approval in Japan for its antibody therapy following a filing for emergency use, while South Korea looks to build its mRNA vaccine capabilities through a new consortium.
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