Region - Updates on vaccine diplomacy

There is a competition between China, Russia and the US. China is using its early lead to its advantage.

The New York Times reported on how China is leveraging its vaccine efforts in Latin America for political benefits, citing two issues. 

1. Brazil will allow Huawei to participate in its 5G auction, an announcement that appears linked to the timing of China’s announcement of vaccine deliveries.. 

2. Following signals that China may be using vaccine access to pre…