Duque urges UN, WHO to stop wealthy nations from hoarding vaccines

Health Secretary Francisco Duque III appealed to the UN and WHO on Tuesday to remind wealthy nations to stop hoarding COVID-19 vaccines.

Duque urged these organizations to ensure equitable vaccine distribution, as rich countries are buying more doses than needed, potentially hampering supply for poorer nations.

He expressed concern that discussions about booster shots could divert attention from the fact that many people globally remain unvaccinated.