A protocol mishap involving Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission president, was cited by critics as symbolic of Turkey’s treatment of women. It also underlined divisions within the European Union.
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Coronavirus Vaccine ‘Fiasco’ Damages Europe’s Credibility
The European Union’s failure to secure adequate vaccine supplies, followed by an export ban, has dented the reputation of the bloc’s leaders. It may also hurt their ability to act in other areas.
Vaccine ‘Fiasco’ Damages Europe’s Credibility
The European Union’s failure to secure adequate vaccine supplies, followed by an export ban, has dented the reputation of the bloc’s leaders. It may also hurt their ability to act in other areas.
Where Europe Went Wrong in Its Vaccine Rollout, and Why
While Washington went into business with the drug companies, Europe was more fiscally conservative and trusted the free market.
E.U. Exports Millions of Covid Vaccine Doses Despite Supply Crunch at Home
The bloc has been sparring with allies over supplies of coronavirus shots and was recently accused of vaccine protectionism. But internal documents show it has exported many doses even amid its own shortages, and rollout failures.
E.U. Exports Millions of Covid Vaccine Doses Despite Supply Crunch at Home
The bloc is a major producer of vaccines but has struggled with its rollout and is pitted against Britain and other allies. In a sign of the frustration, Italy recently blocked a shipment to Australia.
Solidarity Is Not an Easy Sell as E.U. Lags in Vaccine Race
Europe’s collective vaccine purchase is an experiment in deeper integration. Despite a rocky start, many countries still stand to benefit, but it’s the most powerful who have least to gain.
Top E.U. Official Comes Under Fire in Vaccine Wars
Ursula von der Leyen has largely stayed away from the limelight while driving the handling of a crisis and letting subordinates take the blame.
Top E.U. Official Comes Under Fire in Vaccine Wars
Ursula von der Leyen has largely stayed away from the limelight while driving the handling of a crisis and letting subordinates take the blame.
E.U. Makes a Sudden and Embarrassing U-Turn on Vaccines
Already criticized for a slow rollout for its 27 members, Brussels retreated on export controls linked to Ireland and Brexit.