Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Commits $120m For Molnupiravir In Lower-Income Countries

Foundation Partners With Merck & Co On Developing Generic Versions Of Molnupiravir

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has extended a financial commitment of up to $120m to secure a dedicated, low-cost supply of generic molnupiravir to lower-income countries. The Gates Foundation is looking to “significantly reduce the time it takes for a new drug to reach low-income countries after it becomes available in high-income markets.”

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The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation called on other donors to mobilize as well • Source: Alamy

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