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The video covers major global COVID-19 updates. The EU is open to discussing sharing vaccine technology following the US's support for a patent waiver. India is experiencing a severe COVID-19 surge, with over 400,000 new cases and a critical oxygen shortage. The US and other countries are sending aid to India. Tokyo has extended its state of emergency to control infections, raising concerns about hosting the Olympics. Despite the challenges, Japan and the IOC plan to proceed with the Games, but without foreign spectators.

What recent decision by the US influenced the European Commission's stance on COVID-19 vaccine technology?

• Ban on vaccine imports

• Support for a waiver of patent rights

• Increase in vaccine exports

• Introduction of new vaccine technology

Why is the EU's support crucial for the World Trade Organization's approval of vaccine technology sharing?

• The EU controls global vaccine distribution

• The EU is a major vaccine producer and consumer

• The EU has the largest population

• The EU has the most advanced vaccine technology

What is the Indian government doing to address the oxygen shortage during the COVID-19 surge?

• Building large oxygen plants

• Importing oxygen from neighboring countries

• Reducing oxygen usage in hospitals

• Rationing oxygen supply

Which countries are sending aid to India to help with the COVID-19 crisis?

• The US and several other nations

• Only Asian countries

• Only African countries

• Only European countries

What is a major concern for Tokyo regarding the upcoming Olympic Games?

• Lack of athletes

• Mutant strains of the virus

• Insufficient funding

• Poor weather conditions