Without trade, there is no vaccine. Many countries are involved in the production and distribution of vaccines, which includes many components ranging from preservatives, vials and syringes to needles, cold boxes and freezers.
Keeping markets open – whether by reducing tariffs, streamlining trade-related processes or ensuring better logistics co-ordination – is vital for a successful vaccine rollout.
This new series brings together data, analysis and recommendations on a range of topics to address the emerging health, economic and societal crisis. These responses provide guidance on the short-term measures needed in affected sectors, with a specific focus on the vulnerable sectors of society and the economy. Beyond immediate responses, they also aim to provide analysis on the longer-term consequences and impacts of COVID-19, paving the way to recovery with co-ordinated policy responses across countries.