India calls new UK COVID-19 vaccine rules 'discriminatory'
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India says the British government’s decision not to recognize coronavirus vaccine certificates issued by Indian authorities is a “discriminatory policy” that will impact its citizens who want to travel to that country
NEW DELHI -- India on Tuesday criticized the British government’s decision not to recognize coronavirus vaccine certificates issued by Indian authorities, calling it a “discriminatory policy” that will impact its citizens who want to travel to that country.
Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla said the new rules unveiled last week, which take effect next month, could force India to “impose reciprocal measures" if it isn't resolved.
The new rules require Indians visiting the U.K. to quarantine themselves for 10 days and undergo COVID-19 tests even if they are fully vaccinated with Indian-made AstraZeneca vaccine.
The vaccine, produced under license by India's Serum Institute, the world's largest vaccine maker, is not recognized by the U.K. The institute has not formally applied to the European Union for official approval of its AstraZeneca vaccine, which it calls Covishield.
