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COVID-19 vaccine update - first country to make vaccine mandatory for all

Turkmenistan // 13 July, 2021

Turkmenistan is making it mandatory for all residents over the age of 18 years to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, making it the first country to do so. Turkmenistan has reported no positive cases of COVID-19 but has introduced several restrictions, including wearing facemasks.

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COVID-19 vaccine update - first country to make vaccine mandatory for all

Turkmenistan // 13 July, 2021

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