The global vaccine landscape is shifting as several countries lose confidence in the US government’s ability to develop immunizations for future pandemics. At least a dozen nations are now exploring their own vaccine development capabilities, driven by concerns over dwindling US funding. Historically, these countries have relied on the US to produce vaccines that have been widely adopted globally. The Covid-19 pandemic saw significant contributions from Pfizer and Moderna, with their vaccines being used by tens of millions worldwide.
Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-08-12/other-nations-want-to-make-their-own-vaccines-as-us-pulls-back