Many EU countries are facing a shortage of antibiotics due to increased demand and logistical problems. A so-called "shortage decision" has already been made for certain antibiotics, which, according to Health Minister Ernst Kuipers, is an exception and will only be used "if it is really necessary," De Telegraaf reported. The organization recorded a concerning 1,514 shortages last year; however, …
During the just concluded annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, several countries including India expressed concern over the spillover effects of political and economic decisions of developed nations, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said. Earlier this week, Ms. Sitharaman had said that in the near-term, advanced nations must take responsibility for the global spillover of …
The World Health Organisation is deeply concerned that COVID-19 vaccines that have proven to be effective and have been approved by the global health body for emergency use are not being recognised in all countries, an official said on Thursday. Addressing a press briefing, Dr Bruce Aylward, Senior Advisor to WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, said the organisation …
India on Tuesday participated in the 31st Special Session of the Human Rights Council on the serious human rights concerns and situation in Afghanistan. We call upon all the parties concerned to allow unhindered access to international assistance for all those who are in need of it.” India is monitoring the situation very closely and is cooperating with international partners …
