CARICOM is dissatisfied and deeply concerned about the inequitable access to vaccines for Small Developing States like those of the Community.

CARICOM called for equitable access to vaccines in order to curb the impact of the pandemic, to protect its citizens and bolster the economy. The bloc said in a statement “as the virus does not discriminate, access to vaccines should not be discriminatory, with a few countries dominating the market with their resources and their volumes”.

Heads of Government noted that to date, even countries with the funds to purchase, were unable to procure and receive vaccines through commercial arrangements, given the relatively small volumes which they seek.

Member States noted although they all signed on to the highly valued and appreciated COVAX Facility, the only vaccines received in the region to date were through the generosity of the Prime Minister of India.

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