The Coronavirus pandemic has resulted in 2.64 million deaths worldwide according to the latest AFP toll based on official sources. In the United States the victims are 534,275, in Brazil 277,102, in Mexico 193,851, in India 158,446 and in the United Kingdom 125,343.
The Netherlands cautiously suspends the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine until 28 March. The announcement was made by the Dutch Ministry of Health and the decision was taken following the report of “possible side effects” that would occur in Denmark and the Netherlands.
The Irish National Advisory Committee on Immunization has also recommended the temporary suspension of the AstraZeneca vaccine.
Singapore quarantine stage for Australia, towards agreement
Australia prepares to conclude an agreement with Singapore for the city-state to become a base for quarantine and vaccinations for its citizens returning from abroad, for international students and for business travelers between the two. Countries. Australian Commerce Minister Dan Tehan confirmed that he has initiated talks with Singapore’s counterpart Chan Chun Sing – reports the Sydney Morning Herald. “Singapore is very interested in collaborating with Australia on an international vaccination certificate and we have agreed to cooperate in forming a ‘bubble’ of freedom of movement between the two countries,” added Tehan. The agreement would make it possible to unlock the condition of some 40,000 Australians stranded abroad, to restart the multi-billion dollar market of international students studying in Australian universities, and to boost tourism between one country and another. New Zealand could also join the ‘bubble’ by July or August. Under the plan, Singaporeans who have received the vaccination will be able to travel to Australia for work, study or vacation without completing the two-week quarantine at the hotel. It may also be possible for third country persons to enter Australia via Singapore after completing a two-week quarantine in the city-state. Furthermore, the availability of Singapore as a quarantine transit would significantly reduce the pressure on hotels for quarantine in Australia.
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