U.S. invests in bird flu vaccine stockpile + 2 more stories

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[6.3] US allocates $72 million to boost bird flu vaccine readiness — abcnews.go.com

The U.S. government is allocating $72 million to vaccine manufacturers to prepare bird flu vaccines for potential use. Currently, there are no vaccination recommendations for the public, but officials emphasize this is a precautionary measure.

The funding will help companies like CS Behring and Sanofi fill and finish vaccines, increasing the stockpile from nearly 5 million to over 10 million doses by early 2025. This aims to ensure rapid distribution if necessary.

While 16 bird flu cases have been confirmed in the U.S. this year, the general public's risk remains low. Health officials are taking steps to enhance preparedness as the situation evolves.

[6.0] Ghana to exit default after two years with debt restructuring — ft.com [$]

Ghana has completed a debt restructuring of $13 billion in US dollar bonds, allowing the country to exit a two-year default. This deal reduces Ghana's debt by nearly $5 billion, enabling a return to global capital markets.

Almost all bondholders agreed to exchange their bonds, lowering Ghana's debt burden significantly. The restructuring follows an economic crisis that led to a $3 billion IMF bailout and a suspension of debt repayments.

Ghana's gross public debt is projected to fall below 80% of GDP next year, down from nearly 100% in 2022. The country faces ongoing inflation above 21% as it approaches general elections in December.

[6.0] WHO launches global plan to combat dengue and arbovirus threats — voanews.com

The World Health Organization has launched a global plan to combat dengue and other arboviruses, which pose risks to 4 billion people. Cases of dengue have almost doubled annually since 2021, with over 12.3 million reported this year, including more than 6,000 deaths.

Dengue has become endemic in over 130 countries, and the Americas report the majority of cases.

The new initiative focuses on improving vector control, community health measures, and surveillance to protect vulnerable populations. The WHO estimates it will need $55 million to implement this plan over the next year.

Highly covered news with significance over 5.5

[5.5] Prosecutors present new evidence in Trump's 2020 election interference case
(abcnews.go.com + 23)

[5.6] EU countries prepare to approve tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles
(ft.com + 23)

[5.6] Russia removes Taliban from terrorist list
(dawn.com + 5)

[5.6] US economy adds 254,000 jobs in September, surpassing expectations
(independent.co.uk + 103)

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