EU Ready to Withhold Vaccine Shipments to U.K.

The transcript discusses the ongoing tensions between the UK and the EU over vaccine supplies, particularly focusing on AstraZeneca's production sites in the UK and Europe. The UK fears its vaccine rollout may be impacted by potential export restrictions from a Dutch site. European officials have not received an official request but may reject it if it comes. The UK, led by Prime Minister Boris Johnson, is urging the EU to honor existing contracts. The EU argues the issue is with AstraZeneca, not the UK. The situation is escalating, with both sides having different perspectives on the matter.

What is the main concern of the UK regarding the Dutch manufacturing site?

• There might be an export restriction affecting the UK's vaccine rollout.

• The site is moving to another country.

• The site is not producing enough vaccines.

• The site is closing down.

How many AstraZeneca production sites are mentioned in the UK?

• One

• Four

• Three

• Two

What action is Prime Minister Boris Johnson taking regarding vaccine supplies?

• He is reaching out to European officials to ensure commitments are honored.

• He is visiting the Dutch site.

• He is negotiating with AstraZeneca directly.

• He is imposing export restrictions.

What is the EU's stance on AstraZeneca's vaccine production?

• They believe the UK government is at fault.

• They want to increase exports to the UK.

• They think AstraZeneca has failed to meet its production commitments.

• They are satisfied with the current production levels.

What is the main issue causing tension between the UK and the EU?

• The UK is producing too many vaccines.

• The EU believes AstraZeneca has not fulfilled its contract obligations.

• The UK wants to ban all vaccine exports.

• The EU is closing its borders to the UK.