<h1>India and US Discuss TRIPS Waiver to Boost Global Vaccine Production and Ensure Equitable Access Amid Pandemic.</h1> The Commerce and Industry Minister held a virtual meeting with the US Trade Representative to discuss enhancing Covid-19 vaccine production. The focus was on ensuring inclusive and equitable vaccine availability globally. They discussed India's proposal to waive certain TRIPS provisions to boost vaccine production, aiming to vaccinate the world's poorest populations. The Minister expressed gratitude for US support of the proposal and emphasized the importance of maintaining open supply chains for vaccine manufacturers. Both parties committed to collaborating on increasing vaccine availability to save lives amid the pandemic.