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India's Serum Institute says prioritising domestic vaccine needs, asks for patience

By REUTERS

A vial, sryinge and small toy figures are seen in front of a displayed India flag in this illustration taken January 11, 2021. Photo: Reuters

NEW DELHI, FEBRUARY 21

Serum Institute of India (SII), the world's biggest vaccine maker by volume, on Sunday asked for patience from foreign governments awaiting their supply of COVID-19 shots, saying it had been directed to prioritise India's requirements.