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COVID-19 vaccines
South Korea’s Ambition to Become a Global Vaccine Hub
By Troy Stangarone
The country is looking to ramp up vaccine production – for COVID-19 and beyond.
COVID-19 Breaches Last Southeast Asian Bastions
By Sebastian Strangio
Brunei breaks its 15-month coronavirus-free streak, while Timor-Leste reports the arrival of the contagious Delta variant.
In Vietnam, Civil Society Is Picking up the Slack Where Authorities Struggle
By Luke Hunt
Ho Chi Minh City residents say self-help is key to surviving the pandemic.
Thailand to Join COVAX, Acknowledging Low Vaccine Supply
By Chalida Ekvittayavechnukul
The country's slow vaccine rollout has heaped pressure on Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's government.
Malaysia to Phase Out China’s Sinovac Vaccine
By Sebastian Strangio
Will mounting evidence about the limited efficacy of Chinese-made vaccines spell the end for Beijing's vaccine diplomacy?
Thai AstraZeneca Vaccine Production Falls Short of Target
By Tassanee Vejpongsa
Siam Bioscience was awarded a license by AstraZeneca last year to be a regional production hub supplying eight other countries despite having no experience in manufacturing vaccines.
Indonesia Bracing for COVID-19 Outbreak to Worsen: Official
By Sebastian Strangio
There are alarming reports that the Delta variant has penetrated more remote regions of the archipelago.
How Are Taiwan’s Diplomatic Allies Faring in the Great Vaccine Race?
By Shannon Tiezzi
With China as a major world supplier of vaccines, is recognizing Taiwan a handicap in the rush to procure shots?
Australia Donates Vaccines, Aid to Virus-Hit Indonesia
By Sebastian Strangio
The offer comes as the Southeast Asian nation struggles to contain an exponential increase in COVID-19 infections.
Fiji in Crisis as Country Hits Record COVID-19 Cases and Deaths
By Joshua Mcdonald
As case counts continue to reach new highs, Fiji is betting big on its vaccination program to stem the spread.
Indonesia Mulls Tighter Restrictions to Head Off COVID-19 ‘Catastrophe’
By Sebastian Strangio
In some parts of the country, hospitals are turning away patients as the disease continues its spread.
Malaysia Announces Massive COVID-19 Aid Package as Thailand Tightens Restrictions
By Sebastian Strangio
Until Southeast Asian nations achieve widespread vaccination distribution, they will continue to struggle with periodic outbreaks and lockdowns.