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EU plans to stockpile drugs, vaccines, PPE for next health threat

EUROPEAN UNION, JUL 08 – The EU aims to enhance crisis readiness by securing drugs, vaccines, and protective gear through coordinated stockpiling and medical countermeasures strategies under its Preparedness Union.

  • On July 9, the European Union announced a plan to build reserves of vital medical supplies and vaccines to enhance readiness for potential health emergencies among its member countries.
  • The strategy responds to COVID-19 shortages and geopolitical tensions that revealed supply vulnerabilities, leading to plans for coordinated stockpiling and smarter cooperation.
  • Key elements include establishing a Stockpiling Network to coordinate efforts, enhancing civil-military cooperation for dual-use medical countermeasures, and implementing real-time outbreak monitoring systems.
  • Commissioner Hadja Lahbib stated the goal is to shorten vaccine and treatment wait times in crises, adding, "no one-size-fits-all" approach will be used, and funding for HERA Invest aims to reach €200 million.
  • These measures suggest the EU seeks greater strategic autonomy and resilience through long-term, coordinated preparedness that balances civilian and military needs amid evolving health threats.
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Politico Europe broke the news in Brussels, Belgium on Monday, July 7, 2025.
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