Korea Seeks Two-Track Strategy For COVID-19 Drugs, Vaccines
Moves To Secure Foreign Supplies If Necessary
Executive Summary
As a recent increase in silent virus spreaders in metropolitan areas raises concerns, South Korea unveils policy measures to support the development of COVID-19 drugs and vaccines, as well as to secure imports of such products if necessary.
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