The Definition of Awkward

Trump’s America, September 2020: We will apply blanket goods and services sanctions on China in retaliation for their Covid-19 cover up. (And, of course, to rally the base for the upcoming election.)

China, October 2020: We have a safe and effective vaccine that we will be sharing with the world on a cost basis. Of course, we will comply with US legislation and ensure the vaccine is not shipped to the States or partner countries as per their request.

Rest of World, 2020: The US has partner countries? That’s news to us. When can you ship the vaccine?