Also read: Coronavirus | U.S. to send raw material for CovishieldA statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) also stated that Mr. Modi discussed India’s initiative at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) for a relaxation in the norms of the agreement on TRIPS to ensure quick and affordable access to vaccines and medicines for developing countries. Had a fruitful conversation with @POTUS @JoeBiden today. We discussed the evolving COVID situation in both countries in detail. I thanked President Biden for the support being provided by the United States to India. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 26, 2021“The two leaders discussed the COVID-19 situation in their respective countries, including India’s ongoing efforts to contain the second wave of COVID-19 through expedited vaccination efforts, and ensuring supply of critical medicines, therapeutics and health care equipment,” said the statement on the telecon.

Source: The Hindu April 26, 2021 16:57 UTC