U.S. Backs Waiving Intellectual Property Rights On Vaccines

U.S. Backs Waiving Intellectual Property Rights On Vaccines

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The US has decided to waive intellectual property rules on vaccines to expedite global access. US Trade Representative Katherine Tai emphasized the need for extraordinary measures during these times. The World Trade Organization has been debating this idea, with supporters arguing it will save lives by increasing vaccine availability in developing countries. However, critics doubt its impact and express concerns about future research control. The World Health Organization praised the US decision as a strong leadership example.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the primary goal of the US decision to waive intellectual property rules on vaccines?

To enhance research control for companies

To increase vaccine prices

To speed up global access to vaccine doses

To limit vaccine distribution to certain countries

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30 sec • 1 pt

Who stated that extraordinary times call for extraordinary measures in the context of vaccine IP waivers?

The director general of the World Health Organization

A spokesperson from the World Trade Organization

A representative from a pharmaceutical company

US trade representative Katherine Tai

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30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main argument of those supporting the removal of IP protections on vaccines?

It will lead to more research control for companies

It will help developing countries access more doses

It will reduce the quality of vaccines

It will increase vaccine prices

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What concern do critics have about waiving IP protections on vaccines?

It will lead to more government control over companies

It will enhance global cooperation

It might not have a major impact on vaccine access

It will significantly increase vaccine production

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How did the World Health Organization respond to the US decision on vaccine IP waivers?

They suggested alternative measures

They praised it as a powerful example of leadership

They remained neutral

They criticized the decision